1974 Fiat 128 vs. 1983 Lotus Excel
To start off, 1983 Lotus Excel is newer by 9 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 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lotus Excel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lotus Excel (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lotus Excel should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lotus Excel weights approximately 315 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, 1983 Lotus Excel (218 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1983 Lotus Excel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 128 | 1983 Lotus Excel | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | 128 | Excel |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 31 L |
