1974 Fiat 128 vs. 2005 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2005 Jeep Liberty is newer by 31 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 2,425 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Liberty (144 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 992 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, 2005 Jeep Liberty (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 128 | 2005 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | 128 | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 2425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1812 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |
