1981 Fiat 127 vs. 1981 Ford Fiesta
To start off, both 1981 Fiat 127 and 1981 Ford Fiesta were released in the same year (1981). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Fiesta (83 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 127. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 25 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.
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, 1981 Ford Fiesta (129 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Fiat 127 | 1981 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 127 | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1981 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1300 cc | 1608 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 34 L |