1975 Fiat 127 vs. 2002 Honda City
To start off, 2002 Honda City is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda City is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda City should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda City weights approximately 237 kg more than 1975 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, 2002 Honda City (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda City will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 127 | 2002 Honda City | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 127 | City |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2510 mm |
