1981 Fiat 127 vs. 1980 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1981 Fiat 127 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Falcon (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Falcon weights approximately 535 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 1980 Ford Falcon 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 1980 Ford Falcon. 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, 1980 Ford Falcon (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (76 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 127 | 1980 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 127 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3273 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2830 mm |
