1974 Fiat 127 vs. 2005 Rover 45
To start off, 2005 Rover 45 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 45 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 45 weights approximately 430 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, 2005 Rover 45 (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 127 | 2005 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | 127 | 45 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 902 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |
