1973 Fiat 128 vs. 2008 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2008 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 35 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 360 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, 2008 Honda Ridgeline (333 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 128 | 2008 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 128 | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 83 L |
