1977 Fiat 127 vs. 1957 Riley Pathfinder
To start off, 1977 Fiat 127 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Riley Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Riley Pathfinder would be higher. At 2,442 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Riley Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Riley Pathfinder (108 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 127. (70 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Riley Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Riley Pathfinder weights approximately 760 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, 1957 Riley Pathfinder (183 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 127. (83 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1957 Riley Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 127 | 1957 Riley Pathfinder | |
| Make | Fiat | Riley |
| Model | 127 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1047 cc | 2442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 120 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 59 L |
