1977 Fiat 127 vs. 1986 Ford Escort
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,115 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Fiat 127 (49 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Fiat 127 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Escort weights approximately 140 kg more than 1977 Fiat 127.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1986 Ford Escort (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 127 | 1986 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 127 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1048 cc | 1115 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 48 L |
