1973 Fiat 128 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito is newer by 39 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 2,151 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito (120 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito weights approximately 1196 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 128 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 128 | Vito |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1116 cc | 2151 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 2016 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 78 L |