1977 Fiat 127 vs. 2003 Lotec C 1000
To start off, 2003 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 26 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 5,499 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 773 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 127. (70 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lotec C 1000 weights approximately 305 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, 2003 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 907 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 127. (83 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 127 | 2003 Lotec C 1000 | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotec |
| Model | 127 | C 1000 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1047 cc | 5499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 843 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 990 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1150 mm |
