1974 Fiat 128 vs. 1994 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1994 Ford Fairlane is newer by 20 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Fairlane (198 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 790 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, 1994 Ford Fairlane (348 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 128 | 1994 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 128 | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2930 mm |
