1981 Fiat 127 vs. 1971 MG 1100
To start off, 1981 Fiat 127 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 MG 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 MG 1100 would be higher. At 1,300 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat 127 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat 127 (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1971 MG 1100. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat 127 should accelerate faster than 1971 MG 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 MG 1100 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1981 Fiat 127.
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, 1971 MG 1100 (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 MG 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 127 | 1971 MG 1100 | |
| Make | Fiat | MG |
| Model | 127 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1300 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2380 mm |
