1973 Fiat 128 vs. 2002 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2002 Kia Sportage is newer by 29 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sportage weights approximately 638 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, 2002 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 128 | 2002 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | 128 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2660 mm |
