1971 Fiat 127 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Bora 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 127. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 640 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 Volkswagen Bora is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Fiat 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen Bora (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 127 | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 127 | Bora |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2520 mm |
