1973 Fiat 128 vs. 1985 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1985 Toyota Model F 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 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Model F is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Model F (79 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Model F should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Model F weights approximately 480 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, 1985 Toyota Model F (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Model F will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 128 | 1985 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 128 | Model F |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2240 mm |
