1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1994 Ford Escort
To start off, 1994 Ford Escort is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Escort (88 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Escort weights approximately 245 kg more than 1972 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, 1994 Ford Escort (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 1994 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 128 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2510 mm |
