1980 Fiat 127 vs. 2007 Ford E-150
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 is newer by 27 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-150 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1980 Fiat 127. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat 127.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat 127. 2007 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 1980 Fiat 127 has manual transmission. 1980 Fiat 127 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Fiat 127 | 2007 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 127 | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3510 mm |
