1983 Fiat 127 vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 27 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (169 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 127. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 555 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 2010 BMW 120 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Fiat 127, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 BMW 120 (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat 127 | 2010 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | 127 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1048 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2670 mm |
