1977 Fiat 127 vs. 2011 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2011 Mercury Milan is newer by 34 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercury Milan (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 127. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercury Milan weights approximately 796 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, 2011 Mercury Milan (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 127. 2011 Mercury Milan has automatic transmission and 1977 Fiat 127 has manual transmission. 1977 Fiat 127 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercury Milan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 127 | 2011 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | 127 | Milan |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1048 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1526 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4801 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 66 L |
