1974 Fiat 128 vs. 2012 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2012 Toyota Hilux is newer by 38 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), 2012 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Hilux (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 790 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, 2012 Toyota Hilux (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 128 | 2012 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 128 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| 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 | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
