1981 Fiat 127 vs. 1994 Ford Escort
To start off, 1994 Ford Escort is newer by 13 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 1,391 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat 127 (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1994 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat 127 should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Escort weights approximately 290 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, 1994 Ford Escort (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 127 | 1994 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 127 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1300 cc | 1391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 77.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56 mm | 74.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
