1983 Fiat 127 vs. 2007 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2007 Nissan Patrol 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 2,951 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 127. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1445 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.
Because 2007 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Fiat 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Patrol (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat 127 | 2007 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 127 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1048 cc | 2951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.2 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 2275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2400 mm |
