1981 Fiat 127 vs. 1992 Rover 400
To start off, 1992 Rover 400 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Rover 400 (86 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 127. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rover 400 weights approximately 346 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.
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, 1992 Rover 400 (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 127 | 1992 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | 127 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2560 mm |
