1973 Fiat 128 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 285 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 Volkswagen Golf (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 128 | 2000 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | 128 | Golf |
Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4148 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1735 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2512 mm |