1978 Fiat 127 vs. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 28 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 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover (305 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 695 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 2006 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 127. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1978 Fiat 127 has manual transmission. 1978 Fiat 127 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Fiat 127 | 2006 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Fiat | Land Rover |
Model | 127 | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 4392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2880 mm |