1978 Fiat 127 vs. 2008 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2008 Mazda Premacy 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda Premacy (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 680 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, 2008 Mazda Premacy (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat 127 | 2008 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 127 | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2680 mm |
