1985 Fiat 127 vs. 1996 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 1996 Nissan Rasheen is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Rasheen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Rasheen (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1985 Fiat 127. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Rasheen should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Rasheen weights approximately 330 kg more than 1985 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Fiat 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Rasheen 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, 1996 Nissan Rasheen (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Rasheen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat 127 | 1996 Nissan Rasheen | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 127 | Rasheen |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2440 mm |
