1974 Fiat 128 vs. 1956 Porsche 356
To start off, 1974 Fiat 128 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Porsche 356 (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Porsche 356 weights approximately 38 kg more than 1974 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, 1956 Porsche 356 (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1956 Porsche 356 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 128 | 1956 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | 128 | 356 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |
