1974 Fiat 128 vs. 2002 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 2002 Mazda Laputa 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 1,116 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Fiat 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Fiat 128 (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2002 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 128 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 128 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2002 Mazda Laputa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Fiat 128 (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Fiat 128 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 128 | 2002 Mazda Laputa | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 128 | Laputa |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 30 L |
