1977 Fiat 127 vs. 2012 BMW 325
To start off, 2012 BMW 325 is newer by 35 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 325 (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 127. (70 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 127.
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, 2012 BMW 325 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 127. (83 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Fiat 127 | 2012 BMW 325 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | 127 | 325 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1047 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 57 L |