1978 Fiat 127 vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 35 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 1110 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 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Fiat 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 127. 2013 BMW 5 Series 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. 2013 BMW 5 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat 127 | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | 127 | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2094 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2968 mm |
