1973 Fiat 128 vs. 1960 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1973 Fiat 128 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Lancia Flavia (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 370 kg more than 1973 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, 1960 Lancia Flavia (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1960 Lancia Flavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 128 | 1960 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | 128 | Flavia |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
