1974 Fiat 128 vs. 1996 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 1996 Subaru Vivio 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 1,116 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Fiat 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Fiat 128 (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1996 Subaru Vivio. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 128 should accelerate faster than 1996 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 128 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1996 Subaru Vivio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Fiat 128 (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Vivio. (54 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Fiat 128 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Vivio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 128 | 1996 Subaru Vivio | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | 128 | Vivio |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2320 mm |
