1977 Fiat 127 vs. 1974 Ford Capri
To start off, 1977 Fiat 127 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ford Capri (71 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Capri weights approximately 305 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 1974 Ford Capri 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 1974 Ford Capri. 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, 1974 Ford Capri (119 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 127 | 1974 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 127 | Capri |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 87.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2570 mm |
