1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1983 Ford Granada
To start off, 1983 Ford Granada is newer by 11 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Granada (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Granada weights approximately 450 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, 1983 Ford Granada (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 1983 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 128 | Granada |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2780 mm |
