1974 Fiat 128 vs. 1986 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 1986 Vauxhall Belmont is newer by 12 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 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Vauxhall Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Vauxhall Belmont (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Vauxhall Belmont should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Vauxhall Belmont weights approximately 140 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, 1986 Vauxhall Belmont (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1986 Vauxhall Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 128 | 1986 Vauxhall Belmont | |
| Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
| Model | 128 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2530 mm |
