1974 Fiat 128 vs. 2007 Opel Agila
To start off, 2007 Opel Agila is newer by 33 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 1,246 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Agila is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Agila (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Agila should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Agila weights approximately 310 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, 2007 Opel Agila (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 128 | 2007 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 128 | Agila |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 82 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 | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 41 L |
