1981 Fiat 127 vs. 1989 Ford Festiva
To start off, 1989 Ford Festiva 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 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Festiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat 127 (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1989 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat 127 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Festiva weights approximately 11 kg more than 1981 Fiat 127.
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 Fiat 127 (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat 127 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 127 | 1989 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 127 | Festiva |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1300 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2300 mm |
