1983 Austin Ambassador vs. 1973 Fiat 128
To start off, 1983 Austin Ambassador is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Austin Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Austin Ambassador (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Austin Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Austin Ambassador weights approximately 385 kg more than 1973 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, 1983 Austin Ambassador (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1983 Austin Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Ambassador | 1973 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Ambassador | 128 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2230 mm |
