2000 Acura NSX vs. 1972 Fiat 128
To start off, 2000 Acura NSX is newer by 28 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 3,178 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura NSX weights approximately 610 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, 2000 Acura NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura NSX | 1972 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Acura | Fiat |
| Model | NSX | 128 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3178 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2240 mm |
