1983 Fiat 127 vs. 1966 Ford 12 M
To start off, 1983 Fiat 127 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 1,699 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Ford 12 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford 12 M (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford 12 M should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford 12 M weights approximately 185 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 1966 Ford 12 M 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 1966 Ford 12 M. 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, 1966 Ford 12 M (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 127. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Ford 12 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat 127 | 1966 Ford 12 M | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 127 | 12 M |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2530 mm |
