1972 Fiat 128 vs. 2013 Mazda 5
To start off, 2013 Mazda 5 is newer by 41 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 2,489 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 5 (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 5 weights approximately 701 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, 2013 Mazda 5 (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 2013 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 128 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1551 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2750 mm |
