1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1987 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 1987 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 15 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 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Thunderbird (193 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 86 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, 1972 Fiat 128 (95 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Thunderbird. (91 Nm). This means 1972 Fiat 128 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 1987 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 128 | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2650 mm |
