1974 Fiat 128 vs. 1984 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 1984 Seat Ibiza is newer by 10 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 1,714 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Fiat 128 (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1984 Seat Ibiza. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 128 should accelerate faster than 1984 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 90 kg more than 1974 Fiat 128.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Seat Ibiza (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1984 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 128 | 1984 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | 128 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 20.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
