1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1976 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1976 Ford Cortina is newer by 4 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 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Cortina (90 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Cortina weights approximately 294 kg more than 1972 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, 1976 Ford Cortina (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 1976 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 128 | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1114 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 54 L |
