1979 Fiat 127 vs. 1994 Nissan 100 NX
To start off, 1994 Nissan 100 NX is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Nissan 100 NX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan 100 NX (142 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan 100 NX should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan 100 NX weights approximately 430 kg more than 1979 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Nissan 100 NX (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan 100 NX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Fiat 127 | 1994 Nissan 100 NX | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 127 | 100 NX |
Year Released | 1979 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |