1985 BMW 628 vs. 1974 Fiat 128
To start off, 1985 BMW 628 is newer by 11 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), 1985 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 BMW 628 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, 1985 BMW 628 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1985 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW 628 | 1974 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 628 | 128 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 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 | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 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 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
