1976 Fiat 133 vs. 1991 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1991 Ford Fairlane is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Fairlane (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 905 kg more than 1976 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, 1991 Ford Fairlane (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 133 | 1991 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 133 | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 3948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2930 mm |
