1977 Fiat 127 vs. 2010 BMW 535
To start off, 2010 BMW 535 is newer by 33 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 127. (70 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 535 weights approximately 885 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, 2010 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 127. (83 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Fiat 127 | 2010 BMW 535 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | 127 | 535 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1047 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
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 | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2888 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 70 L |