1981 Fiat 127 vs. 2004 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2004 Fiat Stilo is newer by 23 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Stilo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 650 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, 2004 Fiat Stilo (311 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (76 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 127 | 2004 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 127 | Stilo |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2610 mm |
