1973 Fiat 128 vs. 2007 Ford Focus
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 34 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 330 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, 2007 Ford Focus (156 Nm @ 4150 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 128 | 2007 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 128 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
