1973 Fiat 128 vs. 1986 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1986 Ford Mustang 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 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Mustang (88 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Mustang weights approximately 365 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, 1986 Ford Mustang (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 128 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2560 mm |
