1983 Fiat 127 vs. 2007 Ford E-350
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 24 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 127. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 127.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (476 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 127. 2007 Ford E-350 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. 2007 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat 127 | 2007 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 127 | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1048 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 476 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 12 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3510 mm |
