1977 Fiat 127 vs. 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 12 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 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL (228 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 127. (70 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 915 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, 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL (267 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 127. (83 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 127 | 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 127 | SL |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1047 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 88.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 80 L |
