1974 Fiat 128 vs. 2009 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 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 1,307 cc, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 305 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 Mazda RX-8 (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 128 | 2009 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 128 | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1307 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
