1974 Fiat 128 vs. 2013 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2013 Honda CR-V is newer by 39 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda CR-V (182 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda CR-V weights approximately 781 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, 2013 Honda CR-V (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 128 | 2013 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 128 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1601 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |
