1954 Fiat 1100 vs. 1981 Fiat 127
To start off, 1981 Fiat 127 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Fiat 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Fiat 1100 (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Fiat 1100 should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1100 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1981 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Fiat 1100 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 1954 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1954 Fiat 1100 (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Fiat 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Fiat 1100 | 1981 Fiat 127 | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | 1100 | 127 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 903 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2230 mm |