1973 Fiat 128 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 37 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 645 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, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 128 | 2010 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 128 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
