1971 Fiat 127 vs. 1967 Volkswagen 1303
To start off, 1971 Fiat 127 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volkswagen 1303. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volkswagen 1303 would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Volkswagen 1303 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Fiat 127 (44 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1967 Volkswagen 1303. (43 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat 127 should accelerate faster than 1967 Volkswagen 1303. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Volkswagen 1303 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1971 Fiat 127.
Because 1967 Volkswagen 1303 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 1967 Volkswagen 1303. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 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, 1967 Volkswagen 1303 (100 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Volkswagen 1303 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 127 | 1967 Volkswagen 1303 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 127 | 1303 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 40 L |
