1973 Fiat 128 vs. 2006 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2006 Nissan Sentra is newer by 33 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Sentra (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 755 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, 2006 Nissan Sentra (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 128 | 2006 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 128 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
