1973 Fiat 128 vs. 1993 Ford Contour
To start off, 1993 Ford Contour is newer by 20 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 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Contour (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Contour weights approximately 493 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, 1993 Ford Contour (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 128 | 1993 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 128 | Contour |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2710 mm |
