1996 Dodge Viper vs. 1973 Fiat 128
To start off, 1996 Dodge Viper is newer by 23 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Viper (444 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 381 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Viper weights approximately 735 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, 1996 Dodge Viper (664 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 581 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Viper | 1973 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Viper | 128 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.5 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2230 mm |
