1983 Fiat 127 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 24 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 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt (149 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 127. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 431 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt (206 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat 127 | 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | 127 | Cobalt |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1048 cc | 2201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2630 mm |
