1998 Chevrolet Express vs. 1973 Fiat 128
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Express is newer by 25 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1510 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, 1998 Chevrolet Express (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Express | 1973 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Express | 128 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2230 mm |
