1973 Fiat 128 vs. 2011 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2011 Nissan NP300 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan NP300 (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 509 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, 2011 Nissan NP300 (205 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan NP300 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 NP300 | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 128 | NP300 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
