1975 Fiat 133 vs. 1977 Ford LTD
To start off, 1977 Ford LTD is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford LTD (296 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford LTD weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1975 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 LTD (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 133. (55 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1977 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 133 | 1977 Ford LTD | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 133 | LTD |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3080 mm |
