1973 Fiat 127 vs. 1989 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1989 Nissan Patrol is newer by 16 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Patrol (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1370 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.
Because 1989 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Fiat 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Patrol 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, 1989 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 127 | 1989 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 127 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2980 mm |
