1978 Fiat 127 vs. 2003 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 25 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 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Punto (83 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Punto weights approximately 335 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.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Fiat Punto (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat 127 | 2003 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 127 | Punto |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2470 mm |
