1974 Fiat 128 vs. 2007 Seat Altea
To start off, 2007 Seat Altea 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Altea (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Altea weights approximately 610 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 Seat Altea (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Fiat 128 | 2007 Seat Altea | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | 128 | Altea |
Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
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 | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |