1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1972 Fiat 128
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 27 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 128 (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 128 should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 290 kg more than 1972 Fiat 128.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Fiat Palio (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 1972 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Palio | 128 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2240 mm |
