1979 Fiat 127 vs. 2007 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2007 Maserati GranSport is newer by 28 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati GranSport (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 975 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.
Because 2007 Maserati GranSport is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Maserati GranSport. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Fiat 127, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Maserati GranSport (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat 127 | 2007 Maserati GranSport | |
| Make | Fiat | Maserati |
| Model | 127 | GranSport |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 79.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2670 mm |
