1985 Fiat 127 vs. 2003 Lada 2123
To start off, 2003 Lada 2123 is newer by 18 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 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Lada 2123 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lada 2123 (77 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1985 Fiat 127. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lada 2123 should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lada 2123 weights approximately 495 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 2003 Lada 2123 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, 2003 Lada 2123 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, 2003 Lada 2123 (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Lada 2123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat 127 | 2003 Lada 2123 | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | 127 | 2123 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2460 mm |
