1942 Citroen 15 vs. 1973 Fiat 128
To start off, 1973 Fiat 128 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1942 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1942 Citroen 15 (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1942 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Citroen 15 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1973 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, 1942 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1942 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
1942 Citroen 15 | 1973 Fiat 128 | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | 15 | 128 |
Year Released | 1942 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1116 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2230 mm |