1972 Fiat 128 vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 33 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 5,948 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2654 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (759 Nm) has 664 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 128 | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 5948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 105 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 3504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 3490 mm |
