1973 Fiat 128 vs. 2002 Ford Puma
To start off, 2002 Ford Puma 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 Puma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Puma (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Puma weights approximately 215 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 Puma (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Puma 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 Puma | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 128 | Puma |
| 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 | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79 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 | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
