1977 Fiat 127 vs. 1968 Ford 12 M
To start off, 1977 Fiat 127 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 1,182 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford 12 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Fiat 127 (49 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1968 Ford 12 M. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Fiat 127 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford 12 M weights approximately 120 kg more than 1977 Fiat 127.
Because 1968 Ford 12 M 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 12 M. 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, 1968 Ford 12 M (80 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Ford 12 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 127 | 1968 Ford 12 M | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 127 | 12 M |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1048 cc | 1182 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 40 L |
