2002 Buick Regal vs. 1974 Fiat 128
To start off, 2002 Buick Regal is newer by 28 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Buick Regal (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick Regal weights approximately 740 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, 2002 Buick Regal (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Buick Regal | 1974 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Regal | 128 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
