1973 Fiat 128 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Bora 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 460 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 Volkswagen Bora (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 128 | 2008 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | 128 | Bora |
Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |