1974 Fiat 128 vs. 1996 Lotus Elan
To start off, 1996 Lotus Elan is newer by 22 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lotus Elan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lotus Elan (163 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lotus Elan weights approximately 200 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, 1996 Lotus Elan (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Lotus Elan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 128 | 1996 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | 128 | Elan |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2260 mm |
