1959 Abarth 850 vs. 1981 Fiat 127
To start off, 1981 Fiat 127 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 850 would be higher. At 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat 127 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 850 (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 850 should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat 127 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1959 Abarth 850.
Because 1959 Abarth 850 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 1959 Abarth 850. 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, 1959 Abarth 850 (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (75 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Abarth 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 850 | 1981 Fiat 127 | |
Make | Abarth | Fiat |
Model | 850 | 127 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 1301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 75 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 20.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2230 mm |