1969 Fiat 128 vs. 1970 Porsche 914
To start off, 1970 Porsche 914 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 1,677 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Porsche 914 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Porsche 914 (79 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 128. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Porsche 914 should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Porsche 914 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1969 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Porsche 914 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 1970 Porsche 914. 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, 1970 Porsche 914 (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 128. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Porsche 914 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 128 | 1970 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | 128 | 914 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 61 L |
