1979 Fiat 127 vs. 2009 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot is newer by 30 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Patriot (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 905 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 2009 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Fiat 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Patriot 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, 2009 Jeep Patriot (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat 127 | 2009 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | 127 | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2640 mm |
