1977 Fiat 127 vs. 1971 Triumph Spitfire
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 Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Fiat 127 (70 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Fiat 127 should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Triumph Spitfire weights approximately 5 kg more than 1977 Fiat 127.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Triumph Spitfire (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 127. (83 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Triumph Spitfire 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 Spitfire | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | 127 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1047 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2110 mm |
