1983 Fiat 127 vs. 2003 Xedos 9
To start off, 2003 Xedos 9 is newer by 20 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 127. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Xedos 9 weights approximately 755 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, 2003 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat 127 | 2003 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Fiat | Xedos |
| Model | 127 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1048 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2760 mm |
