1974 Fiat 128 vs. 2011 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2011 Toyota Prius is newer by 37 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Prius (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Prius weights approximately 560 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, 2011 Toyota Prius (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Prius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 128 | 2011 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 128 | Prius |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
