1973 Fiat 127 vs. 1975 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1975 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volkswagen Golf (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 150 kg more than 1973 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, 1975 Volkswagen Golf (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 127 | 1975 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 127 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 45 L |
