1972 Fiat 128 vs. 2007 Ford Escape
To start off, 2007 Ford Escape is newer by 35 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Escape (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Escape weights approximately 865 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, 2007 Ford Escape (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 2007 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 128 | Escape |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2630 mm |
