1977 Fiat 127 vs. 1984 Innocenti 990
To start off, 1984 Innocenti 990 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,048 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Fiat 127 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Innocenti 990 (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 127. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Innocenti 990 should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Fiat 127 weights approximately 16 kg more than 1984 Innocenti 990.
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, 1977 Fiat 127 (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1977 Fiat 127 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 127 | 1984 Innocenti 990 | |
| Make | Fiat | Innocenti |
| Model | 127 | 990 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1048 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2050 mm |
