1969 Fiat 128 vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 1994 Rover 200 is newer by 25 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 200 (66 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 128. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 200 weights approximately 385 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Rover 200 (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 128. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 128 | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | 128 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
