1973 Fiat 128 vs. 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
To start off, 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph 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 5,378 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (318 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 1480 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 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (489 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 128 | 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | |
| Make | Fiat | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 128 | Silver Seraph |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 5378 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 2300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2170 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 94 L |
