1973 Fiat 127 vs. 1999 Fiat Seicento
To start off, 1999 Fiat Seicento is newer by 26 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 903 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 127 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 127 (44 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Seicento. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 127 should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Seicento weights approximately 25 kg more than 1973 Fiat 127.
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, 1999 Fiat Seicento (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Seicento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 127 | 1999 Fiat Seicento | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 127 | Seicento |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 63 L |
