1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1974 Lada Riva
To start off, 1974 Lada Riva is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Lada Riva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 128 (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1974 Lada Riva. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 128 should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lada Riva weights approximately 207 kg more than 1972 Fiat 128.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Lada Riva (96 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Lada Riva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 1974 Lada Riva | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | 128 | Riva |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1057 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2420 mm |
