1981 Ferrari 400 vs. 1972 Fiat 128
To start off, 1981 Ferrari 400 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1981 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 980 kg more than 1972 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, 1981 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm). This means 1981 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ferrari 400 | 1972 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 400 | 128 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2240 mm |
