1971 Fiat 127 vs. 1990 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1990 Ford Mustang 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 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Mustang (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Mustang weights approximately 545 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.
Because 1990 Ford Mustang 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 1990 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Fiat 127, 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, 1990 Ford Mustang (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 127 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2560 mm |
