1974 Fiat 128 vs. 2001 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2001 Nissan Altima is newer by 27 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan Altima (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Altima weights approximately 482 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, 2001 Nissan Altima (213 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 128 | 2001 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 128 | Altima |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
