1974 Fiat 128 vs. 2009 Honda FR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda FR-V is newer by 35 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda FR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda FR-V weights approximately 698 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, 2009 Honda FR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 128 | 2009 Honda FR-V | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 128 | FR-V |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |
