2002 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1972 Fiat 128
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 30 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 740 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, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Camaro | 1972 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Camaro | 128 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2240 mm |
