1977 Fiat 127 vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 16 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 127. (70 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 605 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 127. (83 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 127 | 1993 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 127 | C |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1047 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 62 L |
