1978 Fiat 127 vs. 1979 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1979 Triumph TR7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Triumph TR7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Triumph TR7 (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Triumph TR7 should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Triumph TR7 weights approximately 310 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.
Because 1979 Triumph TR7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Triumph TR7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Fiat 127, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Triumph TR7 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Triumph TR7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat 127 | 1979 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | 127 | TR7 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2170 mm |
