1974 Fiat 128 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 34 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 825 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, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 128 | 2008 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 128 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
