1975 Fiat 127 vs. 2000 Ford Puma
To start off, 2000 Ford Puma is newer by 25 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 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Puma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Puma (153 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Puma weights approximately 570 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, 2000 Ford Puma (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 127 | 2000 Ford Puma | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 127 | Puma |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 42 L |
