1957 Fiat 1200 vs. 1985 Ford Laser
To start off, 1985 Ford Laser is newer by 28 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Laser (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Fiat 1200 weights approximately 128 kg more than 1985 Ford Laser.
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, 1985 Ford Laser, 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, 1985 Ford Laser (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 1200 | 1985 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1200 | Laser |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1219 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2370 mm |
