1974 Fiat 128 vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 307 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 307 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 250 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 Peugeot 307 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 128 | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 128 | 307 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
