1974 Fiat 128 vs. 2000 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 2000 Venturi Atlantique 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Venturi Atlantique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Venturi Atlantique (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Venturi Atlantique weights approximately 470 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 Venturi Atlantique (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 128 | 2000 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | Fiat | Venturi |
| Model | 128 | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2510 mm |
