1973 Fiat 128 vs. 2000 Ford Ka
To start off, 2000 Ford Ka is newer by 27 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 128 (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2000 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 128 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Ka weights approximately 60 kg more than 1973 Fiat 128.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Ford Ka (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 128 | 2000 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 128 | Ka |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
