1974 Fiat 128 vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 120 (170 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 120 weights approximately 555 kg more than 1974 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 BMW 120 (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 128 | 2012 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | 128 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 51 L |
