1974 Fiat 128 vs. 1982 Jeep CJ7
To start off, 1982 Jeep CJ7 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Jeep CJ7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Jeep CJ7 (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Jeep CJ7 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Jeep CJ7 weights approximately 470 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, 1982 Jeep CJ7 (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1982 Jeep CJ7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 128 | 1982 Jeep CJ7 | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | 128 | CJ7 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2380 mm |
