1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1975 Ford Escort
To start off, 1975 Ford Escort is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 128 (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 128 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Escort weights approximately 70 kg more than 1972 Fiat 128.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Fiat 128 (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 128 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 1975 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 128 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2410 mm |
