1973 Fiat 128 vs. 1987 Lada 2107
To start off, 1987 Lada 2107 is newer by 14 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 1,450 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lada 2107 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lada 2107 (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lada 2107 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lada 2107 weights approximately 240 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, 1987 Lada 2107 (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Lada 2107 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 128 | 1987 Lada 2107 | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | 128 | 2107 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1450 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 43 L |
