1977 Fiat 127 vs. 1971 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1977 Fiat 127 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Triumph 2000 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 127. (70 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 470 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Triumph 2000 (136 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 127. (83 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 127 | 1971 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | 127 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1047 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2700 mm |
