1973 Fiat 128 vs. 2009 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 1046 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 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 128 | 2009 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 128 | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
