1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1991 Ford Corsair
To start off, 1991 Ford Corsair is newer by 19 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 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Corsair (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Corsair weights approximately 310 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, 1991 Ford Corsair (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 1991 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 128 | Corsair |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2560 mm |
