1983 Fiat 127 vs. 1954 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1983 Fiat 127 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat 127 (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat 127 should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1983 Fiat 127.
Because 1954 Fiat 1400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Fiat 127, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1954 Fiat 1400 (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 127. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Fiat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Fiat 127 | 1954 Fiat 1400 | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | 127 | 1400 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 1395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2660 mm |