1974 Fiat 128 vs. 2013 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2013 Ford Expedition is newer by 39 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Expedition (306 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1832 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, 2013 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 128 | 2013 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 128 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2332 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 106 L |
