1978 Fiat 127 vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2004 Xedos 9 is newer by 26 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 880 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, 2004 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat 127 | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Fiat | Xedos |
| Model | 127 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2760 mm |
