1975 Audi 80 vs. 1977 Fiat 127
To start off, 1977 Fiat 127 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Audi 80 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 127. (70 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Audi 80 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1977 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Audi 80 (163 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 127. (83 Nm). This means 1975 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 80 | 1977 Fiat 127 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | 80 | 127 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1047 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 57.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2230 mm |
