1981 Fiat 127 vs. 2005 Ford E-150
To start off, 2005 Ford E-150 is newer by 24 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-150 weights approximately 1548 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford E-150 (373 Nm) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (76 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 127 | 2005 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 127 | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 2383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3510 mm |
