1979 Fiat Mirafiori vs. 1981 Fiat 127
To start off, 1981 Fiat 127 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat Mirafiori. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat Mirafiori would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Fiat Mirafiori is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Fiat Mirafiori (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Fiat Mirafiori should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat Mirafiori weights approximately 165 kg more than 1981 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Fiat Mirafiori 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 1979 Fiat Mirafiori. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1979 Fiat Mirafiori (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (76 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Fiat Mirafiori will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat Mirafiori | 1981 Fiat 127 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Mirafiori | 127 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2230 mm |
