1973 Fiat 127 vs. 1976 Ford Taunus
To start off, 1976 Ford Taunus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Taunus (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Taunus should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Taunus weights approximately 415 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 1976 Ford Taunus 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 1976 Ford Taunus. 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, 1976 Ford Taunus (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Taunus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 127 | 1976 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 127 | Taunus |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 54 L |
