1994 Dodge Stratus vs. 1974 Fiat 128
To start off, 1994 Dodge Stratus is newer by 20 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Dodge Stratus (129 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 530 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, 1994 Dodge Stratus (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Dodge Stratus | 1974 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Stratus | 128 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 50 L |
