1977 Fiat 127 vs. 1991 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 1991 Nissan Vanette is newer by 14 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 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Nissan Vanette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Nissan Vanette (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 127. (70 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan Vanette should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 655 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, 1991 Nissan Vanette (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 127. (83 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Nissan Vanette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Fiat 127 | 1991 Nissan Vanette | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 127 | Vanette |
Year Released | 1977 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1047 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2080 mm |