1976 Fiat 127 vs. 1979 Renault 18
To start off, 1979 Renault 18 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Renault 18 (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Renault 18 should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Renault 18 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1976 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, 1979 Renault 18 (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 127 | 1979 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 127 | 18 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 60 L |
