1974 Fiat 128 vs. 1970 Porsche 914
To start off, 1974 Fiat 128 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 1,677 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Porsche 914 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Porsche 914 (79 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Porsche 914 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Porsche 914 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, 1970 Porsche 914 (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1970 Porsche 914 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 128 | 1970 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | 128 | 914 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
