There are a lot of contributing factors when comparing faucets. Water hardness, faucet model, installation process, and more. A lot of older faucets were built to last, but if you’re thinking of changing the overall design of your bathroom, then changing the faucet to a more modern one would be a better option.  In the case of faucets, age doesn’t generally determine effectiveness. Taking care of your faucet is just as important as the overall quality and design of the product.