1974 Fiat 128 vs. 1994 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 1994 Ford Scorpio 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Scorpio (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 495 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 Scorpio (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Scorpio 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 Scorpio | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 128 | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2770 mm |
