1973 Fiat 128 vs. 1989 Ford Capri
To start off, 1989 Ford Capri is newer by 16 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Capri (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Capri weights approximately 272 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, 1989 Ford Capri (183 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 128 | 1989 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 128 | Capri |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2410 mm |
