1973 Fiat 127 vs. 1995 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1995 Ford Fairlane is newer by 22 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Fairlane (206 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 875 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 1995 Ford Fairlane 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 1995 Ford Fairlane. 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, 1995 Ford Fairlane (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 127 | 1995 Ford Fairlane | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 127 | Fairlane |
Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 206 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 357 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 |
Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2930 mm |