1968 Austin 3-Litre vs. 1983 Fiat 127
To start off, 1983 Fiat 127 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Austin 3-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Austin 3-Litre would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Austin 3-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Austin 3-Litre (124 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Austin 3-Litre should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Austin 3-Litre weights approximately 780 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.
Because 1968 Austin 3-Litre 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 1968 Austin 3-Litre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1968 Austin 3-Litre (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 127. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Austin 3-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Austin 3-Litre | 1983 Fiat 127 | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | 3-Litre | 127 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 68 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2230 mm |
