1981 Fiat 127 vs. 1955 Ford Vedette
To start off, 1981 Fiat 127 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Ford Vedette (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ford Vedette should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Ford Vedette weights approximately 290 kg more than 1981 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Ford Vedette 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 1955 Ford Vedette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1955 Ford Vedette (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (76 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1955 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 127 | 1955 Ford Vedette | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 127 | Vedette |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2158 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2700 mm |
