1975 Fiat 127 vs. 2004 Rover 25
To start off, 2004 Rover 25 is newer by 29 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Rover 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 25 (101 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 25 should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 25 weights approximately 425 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, 2004 Rover 25 (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 127 | 2004 Rover 25 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | 127 | 25 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |
