1974 Fiat 128 vs. 2001 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2001 Ford Mondeo is newer by 27 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 600 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, 2001 Ford Mondeo (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 128 | 2001 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 128 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 59 L |
