1974 Fiat 128 vs. 1956 Ford Vedette
To start off, 1974 Fiat 128 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ford Vedette (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ford Vedette should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Vedette weights approximately 305 kg more than 1974 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, 1956 Ford Vedette (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1956 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 128 | 1956 Ford Vedette | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 128 | Vedette |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 2158 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2700 mm |
