1980 Fiat 127 vs. 1982 Ford Telstar
To start off, 1982 Ford Telstar is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Telstar (95 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1980 Fiat 127. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Telstar weights approximately 200 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.
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, 1982 Ford Telstar (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Fiat 127 | 1982 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 127 | Telstar |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2520 mm |
