1980 Fiat 127 vs. 1955 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1980 Fiat 127 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Fiat 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Fiat 127 (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1100. (35 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Fiat 127 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Fiat 1100 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1980 Fiat 127.
Because 1955 Fiat 1100 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 1955 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1955 Fiat 1100 (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1955 Fiat 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Fiat 127 | 1955 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 127 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 901 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2340 mm |
