1979 Fiat 127 vs. 1997 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1997 Opel Vectra is newer by 18 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Opel Vectra (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Vectra weights approximately 480 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.
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, 1997 Opel Vectra (129 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat 127 | 1997 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 127 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
