1983 Fiat 127 vs. 2010 BMW X3
To start off, 2010 BMW X3 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 127. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X3 weights approximately 990 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 X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Fiat 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X3 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, 2010 BMW X3 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X3 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 X3 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | 127 | X3 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1048 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4569 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1676 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2797 mm |
