1983 Fiat 127 vs. 1958 Fiat 500
To start off, 1983 Fiat 127 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,048 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat 127 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat 127 (49 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat 127 should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Fiat 127 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1958 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Fiat 500 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 1958 Fiat 500. 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, 1983 Fiat 127 (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat 127 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Fiat 127 | 1958 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | 127 | 500 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1048 cc | 479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 14 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 24 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.2 mm | 67.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 2980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 1850 mm |