1997 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1973 Fiat 128
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 24 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 1,969 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV (138 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 495 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, 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV (187 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1973 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | GTV | 128 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
