1978 Fiat 127 vs. 1978 Oldsmobile Omega
To start off, both 1978 Fiat 127 and 1978 Oldsmobile Omega were released in the same year (1978). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Oldsmobile Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Oldsmobile Omega weights approximately 444 kg more than 1978 Fiat 127.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat 127 | 1978 Oldsmobile Omega | |
| Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 127 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1149 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2670 mm |
