1973 Fiat 128 vs. 1985 Renault 4
To start off, 1985 Renault 4 is newer by 12 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 29 more horse power than 1985 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 128 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 128 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1985 Renault 4. 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 128 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 128 | 1985 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 128 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2410 mm |
