1960 Abarth 700 vs. 1973 Fiat 127
To start off, 1973 Fiat 127 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 903 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 127 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 700 (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 700 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 127 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1960 Abarth 700.
Because 1960 Abarth 700 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 1960 Abarth 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1960 Abarth 700 (70 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1960 Abarth 700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 700 | 1973 Fiat 127 | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | 700 | 127 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 57 L |
