1974 Fiat 128 vs. 2006 Rover 75
To start off, 2006 Rover 75 is newer by 32 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 75 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover 75 weights approximately 360 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, 2006 Rover 75 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 128 | 2006 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | 128 | 75 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
