2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1974 Fiat 128
To start off, 2006 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 32 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rendezvous (195 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Buick Rendezvous (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rendezvous | 1974 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Rendezvous | 128 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
