1973 Fiat 128 vs. 1998 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 25 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volkswagen Sharan (113 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 895 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, 1998 Volkswagen Sharan (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 128 | 1998 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 128 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
