1974 Fiat 128 vs. 1999 Toyota Paseo
To start off, 1999 Toyota Paseo 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 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Paseo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Paseo (90 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Paseo should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Paseo weights approximately 100 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, 1999 Toyota Paseo (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Paseo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 128 | 1999 Toyota Paseo | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 128 | Paseo |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2390 mm |
