1974 Fiat 133 vs. 1980 Ford Laser
To start off, 1980 Ford Laser is newer by 6 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Laser (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Laser weights approximately 145 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.
Because 1974 Fiat 133 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 1974 Fiat 133. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Ford Laser, 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, 1980 Ford Laser (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 133 | 1980 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 133 | Laser |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2370 mm |
