1983 Fiat 127 vs. 2008 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2008 Mercury Milan is newer by 25 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Milan (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 127. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Milan weights approximately 1002 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Mercury Milan (213 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat 127 | 2008 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | 127 | Milan |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1048 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2730 mm |
