1983 Fiat 127 vs. 1991 Rover 100
To start off, 1991 Rover 100 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Rover 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Rover 100 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 127. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Rover 100 should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Rover 100 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1983 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Rover 100 (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Rover 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat 127 | 1991 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | 127 | 100 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1048 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
