1981 Fiat 127 vs. 1967 Ford Corsair
To start off, 1981 Fiat 127 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ford Corsair (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ford Corsair weights approximately 50 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 1967 Ford Corsair 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 1967 Ford Corsair. 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, 1967 Ford Corsair (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (76 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Fiat 127 | 1967 Ford Corsair | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 127 | Corsair |
Year Released | 1981 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 76 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 72.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2570 mm |