1974 Fiat 127 vs. 1971 Lancia 2000
To start off, 1974 Fiat 127 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lancia 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lancia 2000 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Lancia 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lancia 2000 (117 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lancia 2000 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Lancia 2000 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1974 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, 1971 Lancia 2000 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Lancia 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 127 | 1971 Lancia 2000 | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | 127 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 902 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2660 mm |
