1973 Fiat 128 vs. 1983 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1983 Ford Fairlane is newer by 10 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Fairlane (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 810 kg more than 1973 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, 1983 Ford Fairlane (326 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 128 | 1983 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 128 | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2950 mm |
