1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 1973 Fiat 128
To start off, 1973 Fiat 128 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 1,481 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 1300 (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 1300 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 1300 weights approximately 140 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, 1961 Fiat 1300 (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 1300 | 1973 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 1300 | 128 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |
