1981 Fiat 127 vs. 1989 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1989 Ford Aerostar is newer by 8 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Aerostar (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 575 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 1989 Ford Aerostar 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 1989 Ford Aerostar. 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, 1989 Ford Aerostar (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (76 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 127 | 1989 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 127 | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3030 mm |
