1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1977 Fiat 127
To start off, 1977 Fiat 127 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,279 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Abarth 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 127. (70 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Fiat 127 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Abarth 1300 (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 127. (83 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 1977 Fiat 127 | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | 1300 | 127 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 1047 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 57.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2230 mm |
