1973 Fiat 128 vs. 1999 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1999 Toyota Avensis 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Avensis (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 375 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 Toyota Avensis (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 128 | 1999 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 128 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2640 mm |
