2005 Daewoo Lanos vs. 1973 Fiat 128
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 32 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 1,349 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Daewoo Lanos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Lanos (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Lanos should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Lanos weights approximately 257 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, 2005 Daewoo Lanos (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Daewoo Lanos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Lanos | 1973 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Fiat |
| Model | Lanos | 128 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 50 L |
