1974 Fiat 128 vs. 1997 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 23 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 1,712 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 405 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, 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 128 | 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Fiat | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 128 | 146 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1712 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
