1968 Dodge Coronet vs. 1974 Fiat 128
To start off, 1974 Fiat 128 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Dodge Coronet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Coronet would be higher. At 3,690 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Coronet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Dodge Coronet (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Coronet should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Coronet weights approximately 540 kg more than 1974 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, 1968 Dodge Coronet (293 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Coronet | 1974 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Coronet | 128 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3690 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.3 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
