1980 Fiat 127 vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1980 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 775 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Renault Clio (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Fiat 127 | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 127 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 901 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2580 mm |
