1977 Fiat 127 vs. 2004 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2004 Ford Econovan is newer by 27 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 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Econovan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Econovan (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 127. (70 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Econovan should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Econovan weights approximately 521 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 rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2004 Ford Econovan (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 127. (83 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Econovan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 127 | 2004 Ford Econovan | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 127 | Econovan |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1047 cc | 1789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2210 mm |
