1977 Fiat 127 vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo is newer by 13 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 2,350 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 615 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, 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Fiat 127 | 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
Model | 127 | Sapporo |
Year Released | 1977 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 2350 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2610 mm |