1974 Fiat 128 vs. 1999 Lotus Elise
To start off, 1999 Lotus Elise is newer by 25 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), 1999 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus Elise (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 128 weights approximately 112 kg more than 1999 Lotus Elise.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Lotus Elise (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 128 | 1999 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | 128 | Elise |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 89.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
