1973 Fiat 128 vs. 1988 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1988 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 15 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 128 (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 128 should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 290 kg more than 1973 Fiat 128.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Suzuki Samurai (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Suzuki Samurai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 128 | 1988 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
Model | 128 | Samurai |
Year Released | 1973 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2490 mm |