1973 Fiat 127 vs. 1972 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1973 Fiat 127 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Cortina (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Cortina weights approximately 240 kg more than 1973 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Ford Cortina 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 1972 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1972 Ford Cortina (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 127 | 1972 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 127 | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |
