1995 Dodge Spirit vs. 1971 Fiat 128
To start off, 1995 Dodge Spirit is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Spirit (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 434 kg more than 1971 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Dodge Spirit (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Spirit | 1971 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Spirit | 128 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1115 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2230 mm |
