1973 Fiat 128 vs. 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500
To start off, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 36 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 437 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 weights approximately 152 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, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 568 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 128 | 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 128 | Shelby GT 500 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
