1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1990 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 1990 Ford Scorpio is newer by 18 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Scorpio (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 405 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, 1990 Ford Scorpio (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 128 | 1990 Ford Scorpio | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 128 | Scorpio |
Year Released | 1972 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2770 mm |