1974 Fiat 128 vs. 1967 Saab Sonett
To start off, 1974 Fiat 128 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Saab Sonett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Saab Sonett would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Saab Sonett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Saab Sonett (64 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Saab Sonett should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 128 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1967 Saab Sonett.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Saab Sonett (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1967 Saab Sonett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 128 | 1967 Saab Sonett | |
| Make | Fiat | Saab |
| Model | 128 | Sonett |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 58.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
