1972 Fiat 128 vs. 2012 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2012 Ford Fusion is newer by 40 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Fusion (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Fusion weights approximately 640 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, 2012 Ford Fusion (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 2012 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 128 | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2728 mm |
