2001 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1974 Fiat 128
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 27 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 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 340 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, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1974 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 146 | 128 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 50 L |
