1983 Fiat 127 vs. 1963 Ford Consul
To start off, 1983 Fiat 127 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ford Consul (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ford Consul should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ford Consul weights approximately 72 kg more than 1983 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Ford Consul 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 1963 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1963 Ford Consul (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 127. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat 127 | 1963 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 127 | Consul |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 58.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 782 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2500 mm |
