1973 Fiat 128 vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1979 Peugeot 505 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Peugeot 505 (130 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 415 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, 1979 Peugeot 505 (185 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1979 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 128 | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 128 | 505 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2750 mm |
