1978 Fiat 127 vs. 2007 Kia Spectra
To start off, 2007 Kia Spectra is newer by 29 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Spectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Spectra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Spectra should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Spectra weights approximately 775 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, 2007 Kia Spectra (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Spectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat 127 | 2007 Kia Spectra | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | 127 | Spectra |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2620 mm |
