1970 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1974 Fiat 128
To start off, 1974 Fiat 128 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 170 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, 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider (138 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1974 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Spider | 128 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 50 L |
