1973 Fiat 128 vs. 2008 Rover 45
To start off, 2008 Rover 45 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rover 45 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 45 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 Rover 45 (139 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 128 | 2008 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | 128 | 45 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
