1978 Fiat 127 vs. 2001 Ford Focus
To start off, 2001 Ford Focus is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Focus (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Focus weights approximately 485 kg more than 1978 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, 2001 Ford Focus (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat 127 | 2001 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 127 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2620 mm |
