1973 Fiat 128 vs. 1956 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1973 Fiat 128 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,116 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 128 (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 128 should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Fiat 1100 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1973 Fiat 128.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Fiat 128 (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 128 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 128 | 1956 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 128 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |
