2006 Cadillac SRX vs. 1972 Fiat 128
To start off, 2006 Cadillac SRX is newer by 34 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 3,562 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac SRX (256 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 1039 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, 2006 Cadillac SRX (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac SRX | 1972 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | SRX | 128 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2240 mm |
