1974 Fiat 128 vs. 1988 Fiat Tipo
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 14 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 1,695 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Fiat 128 (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 128 should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 210 kg more than 1974 Fiat 128.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Fiat Tipo (98 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 128 | 1988 Fiat Tipo | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 128 | Tipo |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 20.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2550 mm |
