1974 Fiat 128 vs. 2006 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2006 Suzuki SX4 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 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki SX4 (118 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 635 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 Suzuki SX4 (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 128 | 2006 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | 128 | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1909 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
