1979 Fiat 127 vs. 1984 Ford Capri
To start off, 1984 Ford Capri is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Capri (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Capri weights approximately 525 kg more than 1979 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Ford Capri 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 1984 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Fiat 127, 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, 1984 Ford Capri (221 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat 127 | 1984 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 127 | Capri |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2610 mm |
