1974 Fiat 128 vs. 1990 Holden Apollo
To start off, 1990 Holden Apollo is newer by 16 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Holden Apollo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Holden Apollo (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Holden Apollo should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Holden Apollo weights approximately 385 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, 1990 Holden Apollo (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Holden Apollo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 128 | 1990 Holden Apollo | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 128 | Apollo |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2610 mm |
