1973 Fiat 128 vs. 1988 Ford Meteor
To start off, 1988 Ford Meteor is newer by 15 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Meteor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Meteor (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Meteor should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 128.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Ford Meteor (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Meteor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 128 | 1988 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 128 | Meteor |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2410 mm |
