2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1983 Fiat 127
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 4,818 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 127. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 640 kg more than 1983 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (386 Nm) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 127. (77 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1983 Fiat 127 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Express | 127 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4818 cc | 1048 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 67.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 68 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2230 mm |
