1975 Fiat 127 vs. 2007 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2007 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 32 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan X-Trail (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 785 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.
Because 2007 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Fiat 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan X-Trail will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 127 | 2007 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 127 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 60 L |
