1980 BMW 725 vs. 1981 Fiat 127
To start off, 1981 Fiat 127 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 BMW 725. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 BMW 725 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 BMW 725 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 BMW 725 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 127. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW 725 should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 127.
Because 1980 BMW 725 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 1980 BMW 725. 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, 1980 BMW 725 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 BMW 725 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 BMW 725 | 1981 Fiat 127 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 725 | 127 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1049 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 67.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 68 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2230 mm |
