1973 Fiat 128 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 1495 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 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 128 | 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 128 | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 2315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1903 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1901 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3001 mm |
