1978 Fiat 127 vs. 1973 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1978 Fiat 127 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph Spitfire (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Triumph Spitfire weights approximately 75 kg more than 1978 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Triumph Spitfire (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Triumph Spitfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat 127 | 1973 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | 127 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 73.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2110 mm |
