1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1971 Fiat 127
To start off, 1990 Fiat Tempra is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 127. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 303 kg more than 1971 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, 1990 Fiat Tempra (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 1971 Fiat 127 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Tempra | 127 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1049 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 57.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1133 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2290 mm |
