1974 Fiat 128 vs. 2001 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2001 Ford Mustang 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mustang (193 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mustang weights approximately 592 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 Mustang (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 128 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1412 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 59 L |
