1974 Fiat 128 vs. 1983 Triumph Acclaim
To start off, 1983 Triumph Acclaim 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Triumph Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Triumph Acclaim (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Triumph Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 128 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1983 Triumph Acclaim.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Triumph Acclaim (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1983 Triumph Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 128 | 1983 Triumph Acclaim | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | 128 | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2330 mm |
