1966 Fiat Coupe vs. 1983 Fiat 127
To start off, 1983 Fiat 127 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Fiat Coupe (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 127. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 400 kg more than 1983 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Fiat Coupe (201 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat Coupe | 1983 Fiat 127 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Coupe | 127 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1048 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 67.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 68 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2230 mm |
