1973 Fiat 128 vs. 2002 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2002 Lotus Exige 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Exige (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 128 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2002 Lotus Exige.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Lotus Exige (181 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 128 | 2002 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | 128 | Exige |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 36 L |
