1973 Fiat 128 vs. 1986 Ford Escort
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 13 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 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 128 (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 128 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Escort weights approximately 90 kg more than 1973 Fiat 128.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Ford Escort (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 128 | 1986 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 128 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1751 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
