1973 Fiat 128 vs. 2007 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 34 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Elantra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 630 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, 2007 Hyundai Elantra (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 128 | 2007 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | 128 | Elantra |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
