1983 BMW 628 vs. 1972 Fiat 128
To start off, 1983 BMW 628 is newer by 11 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 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW 628 weights approximately 650 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, 1983 BMW 628 (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 628 | 1972 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 628 | 128 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 1115 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
