1986 Cadillac Allante vs. 1973 Fiat 128
To start off, 1986 Cadillac Allante is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 4,087 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Cadillac Allante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Cadillac Allante (169 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Cadillac Allante should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Cadillac Allante weights approximately 770 kg more than 1973 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, 1986 Cadillac Allante (324 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1986 Cadillac Allante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Cadillac Allante | 1973 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | Allante | 128 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4087 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
