1969 Fiat 128 vs. 1969 Fiat 500
To start off, both 1969 Fiat 128 and 1969 Fiat 500 were released in the same year (1969). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,115 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat 128 (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 128 should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 128 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1969 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Fiat 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 128, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Fiat 128 (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat 128 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Fiat 128 | 1969 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | 128 | 500 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1115 cc | 499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 27 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 1850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 22 L |