1971 Fiat 127 vs. 1990 Ford Laser
To start off, 1990 Ford Laser is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Laser (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 127. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Laser weights approximately 175 kg more than 1971 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Ford Laser (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 127 | 1990 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 127 | Laser |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |
