1974 Fiat 128 vs. 1976 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 1976 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Thunderbird (135 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 800 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, 1976 Ford Thunderbird (317 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 128 | 1976 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 128 | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2760 mm |
