1976 Fiat 127 vs. 1968 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1976 Fiat 127 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,948 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford GT 40 (424 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 380 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1976 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Ford GT 40 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 1968 Ford GT 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1968 Ford GT 40 (637 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 574 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Ford GT 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 127 | 1968 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 127 | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 4948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 125 L |
