1971 Fiat 128 vs. 1994 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1994 Nissan Laurel is newer by 23 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 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan Laurel (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 510 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.
Because 1994 Nissan Laurel 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 1994 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 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, 1994 Nissan Laurel (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 128. 1994 Nissan Laurel has automatic transmission and 1971 Fiat 128 has manual transmission. 1971 Fiat 128 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Nissan Laurel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 128 | 1994 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 128 | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2730 mm |
