1977 Fiat 127 vs. 1991 Ford Festiva
To start off, 1991 Ford Festiva is newer by 14 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Festiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Festiva (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Festiva should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Festiva weights approximately 111 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.
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, 1991 Ford Festiva (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Festiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 127 | 1991 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 127 | Festiva |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2300 mm |
