1974 Fiat 128 vs. 1987 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1987 Lancia Thema is newer by 13 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lancia Thema (118 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lancia Thema weights approximately 395 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, 1987 Lancia Thema (165 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 128 | 1987 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | 128 | Thema |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
