1981 Fiat 127 vs. 2002 Fiat Seicento
To start off, 2002 Fiat Seicento is newer by 21 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat 127 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Fiat Seicento (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Fiat Seicento should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat 127 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2002 Fiat Seicento.
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, 2002 Fiat Seicento (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (76 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Fiat Seicento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 127 | 2002 Fiat Seicento | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 127 | Seicento |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1114 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2210 mm |
