Body style: Hatchback
Segment: Small
Production years: 1977, 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981
Fiat introduced a refreshed version of its supermini model 127 in 1977, and besides some stylistic changes, it also came with a sport version.
When the Italian automaker introduced the 127 in the late '60s, it was surprised by the car's success on the market. Thanks to the innovative solutions adopted, such as the transversely-mounted engine, it became a hit on the European market. In addition, the car was licensed for other countries such as Poland and Yugoslavia. So, even though it was about time to be replaced, the automaker kept building it until 1981.
After the mid-70s, the automakers started to introduce plastic wrap-around bumpers on their cars to make them more aerodynamic and also to comply with safety standards. Thus, the 127 received a new front fascia. Its turn signals were moved from under the headlights into the bumper for a sleeker look. Another significant change was at the rear, where the car finally received a tailgate instead of a separate trunk lid that opened without the rear window, as in the first series.
Inside, the 127 provided plenty of legroom for front passengers thanks to the transversely-mounted engine. That solution allowed the automaker to move the seats forward so the rear occupants could get better legroom in the back as well. In addition, since it was already a hatchback, Fiat installed a flat-folding rear bench instead of the fixed one on its predecessor.
Under the hood, the automaker kept the 0.9-liter powerplant from its predecessor and added a 1.0-liter option that provided up to 70 PS (69 hp).
ENGINE SPECS - 0.9 4MT (45 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 903 cm3 |
Power: | 33.1 KW @ 5600 RPM 45 HP @ 5600 RPM 44 BHP @ 5600 RPM |
Torque: | 47 lb-ft @ 3000 RPM 64 Nm @ 3000 RPM |
Fuel System: | Carburetor |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 84 mph (135 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 19.1 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 4-speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Discs |
Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 135 SR 13 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 143.5 in (3645 mm) |
Width: | 60.1 in (1527 mm) |
Height: | 54.3 in (1379 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 50.4/51 in (1,280/1,295 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 87.6 in (2225 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.1 in (130 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 12.9 cuFT (365 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.45 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 1587 lbs (720 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 2436 lbs (1105 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 28 mpg US (8.4 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 29.8 mpg US (7.9 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 31.8 mpg US (7.4 L/100Km) |
ENGINE SPECS - 1.0 4MT (50 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1049 cm3 |
Power: | 36.8 KW @ 5600 RPM 50 HP @ 5600 RPM 49 BHP @ 5600 RPM |
Torque: | 57 lb-ft @ 3000 RPM 77 Nm @ 3000 RPM |
Fuel System: | Carburetor |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 87 mph (140 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 18.7 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 4-speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Discs |
Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 135 SR 13 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 143.5 in (3645 mm) |
Width: | 60.1 in (1527 mm) |
Height: | 54.3 in (1379 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 50.4/51 in (1,280/1,295 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 87.6 in (2225 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.1 in (130 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 12.9 cuFT (365 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.45 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 1598 lbs (725 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 2491 lbs (1130 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 26.4 mpg US (8.9 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 25.6 mpg US (9.2 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 28.7 mpg US (8.2 L/100Km) |
ENGINE SPECS - 1.0 4MT (70 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1049 cm3 |
Power: | 51.5 KW @ 6500 RPM 70 HP @ 6500 RPM 69 BHP @ 6500 RPM |
Torque: | 61 lb-ft @ 4500 RPM 83 Nm @ 4500 RPM |
Fuel System: | Carburetor |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 99 mph (159 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 14 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 4-speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Discs |
Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 135 SR 13 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 143.5 in (3645 mm) |
Width: | 60.1 in (1527 mm) |
Height: | 54.3 in (1379 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 50.4/51 in (1,280/1,295 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 87.6 in (2225 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.1 in (130 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 12.9 cuFT (365 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.45 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 1709 lbs (775 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 2590 lbs (1175 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 23.3 mpg US (10.1 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 24.5 mpg US (9.6 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 26.1 mpg US (9 L/100Km) |