1973 Fiat 128 vs. 1970 Honda 1300
To start off, 1973 Fiat 128 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Honda 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Honda 1300 weights approximately 75 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, 1970 Honda 1300 (106 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1970 Honda 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 128 | 1970 Honda 1300 | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 128 | 1300 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 35 L |