1977 Fiat 127 vs. 2001 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2001 Lotus Exige is newer by 24 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lotus Exige (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 127. (70 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lotus Exige weights approximately 5 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, 2001 Lotus Exige (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 127. (83 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 127 | 2001 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | 127 | Exige |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1047 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 7.0:1 |
| 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 | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 36 L |
