1973 Fiat 128 vs. 1995 Honda Argento Viva
To start off, 1995 Honda Argento Viva is newer by 22 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 2,451 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 Honda Argento Viva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Argento Viva (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Argento Viva should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Argento Viva weights approximately 420 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, 1995 Honda Argento Viva (237 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Argento Viva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 128 | 1995 Honda Argento Viva | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 128 | Argento Viva |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
