1975 Fiat 127 vs. 1959 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 1975 Fiat 127 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ford Zodiac (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 487 kg more than 1975 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Ford Zodiac 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 1959 Ford Zodiac. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1959 Ford Zodiac (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 127 | 1959 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 127 | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1192 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2720 mm |
