1973 Fiat 128 vs. 1999 Lada 111
To start off, 1999 Lada 111 is newer by 26 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Lada 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lada 111 (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lada 111 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lada 111 weights approximately 225 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, 1999 Lada 111 (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Lada 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 128 | 1999 Lada 111 | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | 128 | 111 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 43 L |
