1982 Audi Coupe vs. 1977 Fiat 127
To start off, 1982 Audi Coupe is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1982 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Audi Coupe (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 127. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Audi Coupe weights approximately 320 kg more than 1977 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, 1982 Audi Coupe (171 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi Coupe | 1977 Fiat 127 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | Coupe | 127 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1048 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 57.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2230 mm |
