1972 Fiat 127 vs. 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 807 kg more than 1972 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, 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 127. 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 1972 Fiat 127 has manual transmission. 1972 Fiat 127 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 127 | 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 127 | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 3790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 688 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2830 mm |
