1973 Fiat 128 vs. 2000 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 27 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 1,328 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Suzuki Ignis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Suzuki Ignis (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Ignis should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Suzuki Ignis weights approximately 130 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, 2000 Suzuki Ignis (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Suzuki Ignis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 128 | 2000 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | 128 | Ignis |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 41 L |
