1972 Fiat 128 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 682 kg more than 1972 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 128 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1502 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4769 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2712 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
