1977 Fiat 127 vs. 2005 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2005 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 28 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 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 746 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 TVR Speed 12 weights approximately 295 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.
Because 2005 TVR Speed 12 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 TVR Speed 12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Fiat 127, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 817 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 127 | 2005 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Fiat | TVR |
| Model | 127 | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 790 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2570 mm |
