1973 Fiat 128 vs. 1975 Ford Escort
To start off, 1975 Ford Escort is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 1,116 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 128 (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (40 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 128 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Escort weights approximately 55 kg more than 1973 Fiat 128.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Fiat 128 (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 128 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 128 | 1975 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 128 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 53.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
