1980 Fiat 127 vs. 1977 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1980 Fiat 127 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Cortina (86 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1980 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Cortina weights approximately 405 kg more than 1980 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Ford Cortina 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 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1977 Ford Cortina (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Fiat 127 | 1977 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 127 | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 901 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2580 mm |
