1983 Fiat 127 vs. 1968 Ford Escort
To start off, 1983 Fiat 127 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Escort (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 127. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Fiat 127 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort.
Because 1968 Ford Escort 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 1968 Ford Escort. 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, 1968 Ford Escort (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat 127 | 1968 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 127 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1048 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 63 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2410 mm |
