1980 Fiat 127 vs. 2007 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2007 Nissan Primera is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Primera (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1980 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Primera weights approximately 794 kg more than 1980 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Nissan Primera (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Fiat 127 | 2007 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 127 | Primera |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 901 cc | 2184 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 | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2690 mm |
