1983 Fiat 127 vs. 2003 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2003 Ford Expedition is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Expedition (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 127. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1530 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 2003 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Fiat 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Expedition will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Ford Expedition (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 127. 2003 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1983 Fiat 127 has manual transmission. 1983 Fiat 127 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat 127 | 2003 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 127 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1048 cc | 4603 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 397 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3030 mm |
