1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 1981 Fiat 127
To start off, 1998 Fiat Seicento is newer by 17 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 903 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat 127 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat 127 (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 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 1981 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, both vehicles can yield 65 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Seicento | 1981 Fiat 127 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Seicento | 127 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 899 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 67.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2230 mm |
