1974 Fiat 128 vs. 1998 Ford Laser
To start off, 1998 Ford Laser is newer by 24 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Laser (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Laser weights approximately 325 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, 1998 Ford Laser (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 128 | 1998 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 128 | Laser |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |
