1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1974 Fiat 128
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1974 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1974 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 145 | 128 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |
