1974 Fiat 128 vs. 1958 Ford Consul
To start off, 1974 Fiat 128 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,702 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Fiat 128 (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1958 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 128 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford Consul weights approximately 260 kg more than 1974 Fiat 128.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Ford Consul (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1958 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 128 | 1958 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 128 | Consul |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1702 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 47 L |
