1971 Fiat 127 vs. 1999 Venturi 400
To start off, 1999 Venturi 400 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Venturi 400 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1971 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Venturi 400 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 1999 Venturi 400. 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, 1999 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 127 | 1999 Venturi 400 | |
| Make | Fiat | Venturi |
| Model | 127 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2500 mm |
