1973 Fiat 128 vs. 1996 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 1996 Lancia Zeta is newer by 23 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 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Zeta (109 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 795 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, 1996 Lancia Zeta (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 128 | 1996 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | 128 | Zeta |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2830 mm |
