1983 Fiat 127 vs. 2011 Brilliance BS4
To start off, 2011 Brilliance BS4 is newer by 28 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 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Brilliance BS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Brilliance BS4 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Brilliance BS4 should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Brilliance BS4 weights approximately 795 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, 2011 Brilliance BS4 (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 127. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Brilliance BS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat 127 | 2011 Brilliance BS4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Brilliance |
| Model | 127 | BS4 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2800 mm |
