1974 Fiat 128 vs. 1960 Ford Taunus
To start off, 1974 Fiat 128 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Fiat 128 (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 128 should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ford Taunus weights approximately 146 kg more than 1974 Fiat 128.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Ford Taunus (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1960 Ford Taunus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 128 | 1960 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 128 | Taunus |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
