1974 Fiat 128 vs. 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 11 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (108 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 640 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, 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 128 | 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 128 | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2830 mm |
