1981 Fiat 127 vs. 2004 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2004 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 23 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 1,752 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Transit Connect (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 485 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, 2004 Ford Transit Connect (220 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (75 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 127 | 2004 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 127 | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2670 mm |
