1973 Fiat 128 vs. 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari (139 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1973 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, 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari (346 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 128 | 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | 128 | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 5032 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2950 mm |
