1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1983 Fiat 127
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 5 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 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Tipo (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 235 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, 1988 Fiat Tipo (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 127. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 1983 Fiat 127 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Tipo | 127 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 68 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2230 mm |
