1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1992 Ford Festiva
To start off, 1992 Ford Festiva is newer by 20 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 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Festiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 128 (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1992 Ford Festiva. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 128 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 128 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1992 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Ford Festiva (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Festiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 128 | 1992 Ford Festiva | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 128 | Festiva |
Year Released | 1972 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1323 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2300 mm |