1974 Fiat 128 vs. 2002 Honda City
To start off, 2002 Honda City is newer by 28 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 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda City is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda City should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda City weights approximately 122 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, 2002 Honda City (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Honda City will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 128 | 2002 Honda City | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 128 | City |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2510 mm |
