1973 Fiat 128 vs. 1997 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Microbus is newer by 24 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 2,551 cc (5 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Microbus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Microbus (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Microbus should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Microbus weights approximately 840 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, 1997 Volkswagen Microbus (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Microbus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 128 | 1997 Volkswagen Microbus | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 128 | Microbus |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 2551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2470 mm |
