1974 Fiat 128 vs. 1988 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1988 Ford Tempo is newer by 14 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 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Tempo (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Tempo weights approximately 285 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, 1988 Ford Tempo (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 128 | 1988 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 128 | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2540 mm |
