1971 Fiat 128 vs. 1989 Rover Montego
To start off, 1989 Rover Montego is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Rover Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Rover Montego (117 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Rover Montego should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Rover Montego weights approximately 260 kg more than 1971 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, 1989 Rover Montego (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Rover Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 128 | 1989 Rover Montego | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | 128 | Montego |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2580 mm |
