1971 Fiat 128 vs. 1989 Ford Telstar
To start off, 1989 Ford Telstar is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Telstar (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Telstar weights approximately 210 kg more than 1971 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Ford Telstar (159 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 128 | 1989 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 128 | Telstar |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2520 mm |
