1960 Abarth 700 vs. 1982 Fiat 127
To start off, 1982 Fiat 127 is newer by 22 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 1,049 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Fiat 127 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 700 (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1982 Fiat 127. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 700 should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Fiat 127 weights approximately 260 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, 1982 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, 1982 Fiat 127 (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 700. (70 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1982 Fiat 127 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 700 | 1982 Fiat 127 | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | 700 | 127 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1049 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2230 mm |
