1977 Fiat 127 vs. 2008 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2008 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 31 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan X-Trail (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 895 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 2008 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Fiat 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan X-Trail will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Nissan X-Trail (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 127 | 2008 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 127 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2630 mm |
