1973 Fiat 128 vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier is newer by 38 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 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Frontier (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 128.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Nissan Frontier (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 128 | 2011 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 128 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
