1972 Fiat 128 vs. 2008 Ford F-350
To start off, 2008 Ford F-350 is newer by 36 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 6,802 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford F-350 weights approximately 257 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, 2008 Ford F-350 (620 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 525 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 2008 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 128 | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 6802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 6260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 3970 mm |
