1974 Fiat 128 vs. 1998 Ford Telstar
To start off, 1998 Ford Telstar 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Telstar (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Telstar weights approximately 455 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 Telstar (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Telstar 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 Telstar | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 128 | Telstar |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
