1972 Fiat 128 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan 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 2,000 cc, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan (113 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 922 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 Sharan (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Sharan 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 Sharan | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | 128 | Sharan |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1772 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1904 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2919 mm |