1978 Fiat 127 vs. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 30 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 3,630 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 2083 kg more than 1978 Fiat 127.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (640 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 576 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 127. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Fiat 127 | 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Fiat | Land Rover |
Model | 127 | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 3630 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 64 Nm | 640 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 2788 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2750 mm |