1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 1974 Fiat 127
To start off, 1998 Fiat Seicento is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 902 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Fiat 127 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Fiat 127 (44 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 127 should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Seicento weights approximately 25 kg more than 1974 Fiat 127.
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, 1998 Fiat Seicento (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Seicento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Seicento | 1974 Fiat 127 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Seicento | 127 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 899 cc | 902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 68 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 57 L |
