1994 Eagle Talon vs. 1973 Fiat 128
To start off, 1994 Eagle Talon is newer by 21 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Eagle Talon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Eagle Talon (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Eagle Talon weights approximately 410 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, 1994 Eagle Talon (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Eagle Talon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Eagle Talon | 1973 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Eagle | Fiat |
| Model | Talon | 128 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2230 mm |
