1971 Fiat 127 vs. 2011 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2011 Nissan Juke is newer by 40 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Juke is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 127. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Juke weights approximately 504 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Nissan Juke (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Juke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 127 | 2011 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 127 | Juke |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 50 L |
