1981 BMW 628 vs. 1981 Fiat 127
To start off, both 1981 BMW 628 and 1981 Fiat 127 were released in the same year (1981). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 127. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 628 weights approximately 640 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 1981 BMW 628 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 1981 BMW 628. 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, 1981 BMW 628 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1981 BMW 628 | 1981 Fiat 127 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 628 | 127 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2788 cc | 1049 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 67.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 68 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2230 mm |