1973 Fiat 128 vs. 2002 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2002 Ford Fiesta is newer by 29 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Fiesta (99 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 295 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, 2002 Ford Fiesta (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 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 | 2002 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 128 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2490 mm |
