1979 Fiat 127 vs. 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 16 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 235 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, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat 127 | 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 127 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2510 mm |
