1993 Dodge Stealth vs. 1978 Fiat 127
To start off, 1993 Dodge Stealth is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 2,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Stealth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1978 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Fiat 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Stealth 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, 1993 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Dodge Stealth | 1978 Fiat 127 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Stealth | 127 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2971 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2230 mm |
