1974 Fiat 128 vs. 1990 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1990 Peugeot 309 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Peugeot 309 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Peugeot 309 (91 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Peugeot 309 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Peugeot 309 weights approximately 70 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 Peugeot 309 (135 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Peugeot 309 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 128 | 1990 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 128 | 309 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
