1983 Fiat 127 vs. 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 1983 Fiat 127 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 127. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 850 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 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis 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 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis. 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, 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis (262 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Fiat 127 | 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Fiat | Mercury |
Model | 127 | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 1983 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1048 cc | 4184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2910 mm |