1974 Fiat 128 vs. 2007 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 535 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 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 128 | 2007 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 128 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 79 L |
