1974 Fiat 133 vs. 1977 Ford Granada
To start off, 1977 Ford Granada is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 2,110 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Granada (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Granada weights approximately 585 kg more than 1974 Fiat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1977 Ford Granada (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 133 | 1977 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 133 | Granada |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 2110 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 22.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2780 mm |
