1974 Fiat 128 vs. 1998 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1998 Ford Falcon is newer by 24 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), 1998 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Falcon (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Falcon weights approximately 760 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, 1998 Ford Falcon (395 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 128 | 1998 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 128 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2800 mm |
