1979 BMW 728 vs. 1974 Fiat 128
To start off, 1979 BMW 728 is newer by 5 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 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW 728 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW 728 (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW 728 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 BMW 728 weights approximately 650 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, 1979 BMW 728 (240 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1979 BMW 728 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 BMW 728 | 1974 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 728 | 128 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 50 L |
