1973 Fiat 128 vs. 1989 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1989 Ford Fiesta 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 1,391 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Fiesta (75 HP) has 12 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 128. (63 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 128 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1989 Ford Fiesta.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Ford Fiesta (111 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Fiesta 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 Fiesta | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 128 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2450 mm |
