1983 Fiat 127 vs. 1970 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1983 Fiat 127 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Triumph Spitfire (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 127. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Fiat 127 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1970 Triumph Spitfire.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Triumph Spitfire (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Triumph Spitfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat 127 | 1970 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | 127 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1048 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2110 mm |
