1974 Fiat 128 vs. 1989 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1989 Toyota Celica is newer by 15 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Celica (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Celica weights approximately 700 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, 1989 Toyota Celica (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 128 | 1989 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 128 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
