1975 Fiat 127 vs. 1984 Ford Escort
To start off, 1984 Ford Escort is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Escort (53 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Escort weights approximately 165 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.
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, 1984 Ford Escort (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 127 | 1984 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 127 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2410 mm |
