1969 Fiat 128 vs. 2002 Rover 75
To start off, 2002 Rover 75 is newer by 33 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Rover 75 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 128. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Rover 75 weights approximately 567 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Rover 75 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 128. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 128 | 2002 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | 128 | 75 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 64 L |
