1978 Fiat 127 vs. 1996 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 18 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Vitara (77 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 291 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 1996 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Fiat 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Suzuki Vitara (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat 127 | 1996 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | 127 | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2210 mm |
