1973 Fiat 127 vs. 1994 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 1994 Ford Scorpio is newer by 21 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Scorpio (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 785 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.
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, 1994 Ford Scorpio (175 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 127 | 1994 Ford Scorpio | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 127 | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |
