2004 BMW 545 vs. 1977 Fiat 127
To start off, 2004 BMW 545 is newer by 27 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 545 (315 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 127. (70 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 545 weights approximately 1005 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2004 BMW 545 (447 Nm) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 127. (83 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 545 | 1977 Fiat 127 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 545 | 127 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1047 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 30 L |
