1974 Fiat 128 vs. 1970 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1974 Fiat 128 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 1,340 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Lotus Seven is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Lotus Seven (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Lotus Seven should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 128 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1970 Lotus Seven.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Lotus Seven (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1970 Lotus Seven will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 128 | 1970 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | 128 | Seven |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| 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 | 590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 34 L |
