1977 Fiat 127 vs. 1962 Ford Consul
To start off, 1977 Fiat 127 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,340 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ford Consul (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ford Consul should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Ford Consul weights approximately 177 kg more than 1977 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Ford Consul 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 1962 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1962 Ford Consul (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 127 | 1962 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 127 | Consul |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 65.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2520 mm |
