1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1977 Fiat 127
To start off, 1990 Fiat Tempra is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 127. (70 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 251 kg more than 1977 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Fiat 127 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Fiat 127. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 127. (83 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 1977 Fiat 127 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Tempra | 127 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1047 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 57.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2230 mm |
