1996 Fiat Coupe vs. 1981 Fiat 127
To start off, 1996 Fiat Coupe is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Coupe (130 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 475 kg more than 1981 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, 1996 Fiat Coupe (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Coupe | 1981 Fiat 127 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Coupe | 127 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 67.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2230 mm |
