1974 Fiat 128 vs. 2000 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 2000 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 26 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 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 510 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lotus GT 1 weights approximately 230 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, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 128 | 2000 Lotus GT 1 | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | 128 | GT 1 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 573 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2690 mm |
