1964 Fiat 500 vs. 1980 Fiat 127
To start off, 1980 Fiat 127 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,049 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Fiat 127 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Fiat 127 (49 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Fiat 127 should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Fiat 127 weights approximately 284 kg more than 1964 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Fiat 500 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 1964 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1980 Fiat 127 (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Fiat 127 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat 500 | 1980 Fiat 127 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 500 | 127 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1049 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 546 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2230 mm |
