1973 Fiat 128 vs. 1982 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 1982 Vauxhall Nova is newer by 9 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 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 19 more horse power than 1982 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 128 should accelerate faster than 1982 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 128 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1982 Vauxhall Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Fiat 128 (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Vauxhall Nova. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 128 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 128 | 1982 Vauxhall Nova | |
| Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
| Model | 128 | Nova |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2350 mm |
