1974 Fiat 128 vs. 2009 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2009 Ford Bantam is newer by 35 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 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Bantam (74 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Bantam weights approximately 200 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, 2009 Ford Bantam (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 128 | 2009 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 128 | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 54 L |
