1981 Fiat 127 vs. 1983 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1983 Ford Mustang is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Mustang (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Mustang weights approximately 443 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 1983 Ford Mustang 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 1983 Ford Mustang. 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, 1983 Ford Mustang (278 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (76 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 127 | 1983 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 127 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2560 mm |
