1957 Fiat 1200 vs. 1981 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1981 Ford Fiesta is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Fiesta (83 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Fiat 1200 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1981 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1957 Fiat 1200 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Fiat 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Ford Fiesta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1981 Ford Fiesta (129 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fiat 1200 | 1981 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 1200 | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1957 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1219 cc | 1608 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 34 L |