2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1972 Fiat 128
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 (190 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 520 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 Alfa Romeo 156 (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1972 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 156 | 128 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2240 mm |
