1972 Fiat 127 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 38 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (89 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 626 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, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 127 | 2010 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 127 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 688 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 55 L |
