1977 Fiat 133 vs. 1994 Ford Aspire
To start off, 1994 Ford Aspire is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Aspire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Aspire (63 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Aspire should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Aspire weights approximately 240 kg more than 1977 Fiat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Fiat 133 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 1977 Fiat 133. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Ford Aspire, 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, 1994 Ford Aspire (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 133. (55 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Aspire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 133 | 1994 Ford Aspire | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 133 | Aspire |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2310 mm |
