1974 Fiat 128 vs. 1968 Vauxhall Viva
To start off, 1974 Fiat 128 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Vauxhall Viva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Vauxhall Viva would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Vauxhall Viva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Vauxhall Viva (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Vauxhall Viva should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Vauxhall Viva weights approximately 105 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, 1968 Vauxhall Viva (159 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1968 Vauxhall Viva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 128 | 1968 Vauxhall Viva | |
| Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
| Model | 128 | Viva |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2440 mm |
