1972 Fiat 128 vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus 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 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 615 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 Focus (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus 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 Focus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 128 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
