1974 Fiat 128 vs. 1979 Ford LTD
To start off, 1979 Ford LTD is newer by 5 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), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford LTD (133 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 866 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, 1979 Ford LTD (332 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 128 | 1979 Ford LTD | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 128 | LTD |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1979 |
| 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 | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
