1974 Fiat 128 vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Venza (179 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Venza weights approximately 885 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 Toyota Venza (247 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 128 | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 128 | Venza |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 67 L |
