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The '''Fiat 127''' is a [[supermini car|supermini]] [[automobile|car]] made by the [[Italia]]n [[manufacturer]] [[Fiat]].
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|width="40%"|Manufacturer:||[[Fiat]]
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|Production:||[[1971]]-[[1987]]
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|Layout & Class:||[[FF layout|FF]] [[supermini car|supermini]]
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|Body Styles:||[[hatchback]]<br>[[sedan]]
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|Predecessors:||[[Fiat 850]]
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|Successors:||None
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|colspan=2|[[Image:Fiat_127_1_v_sst.jpg|250px|Fiat 127 Series I]]
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|Production:||[[1971]]-[[1977]]
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|colspan=2|[[Image:Fiat_127_2_v_sst.jpg|250px|Fiat 127 Series II]]
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The 127 was introduced in [[1971]] as Fiat's first supermini-sized [[hatchback]], and was the logical replacement to the [[Fiat 850]].  The 127 used the tried and trusted 903cc overhead valve engine that had powered many earlier generations of Fiat cars.  The state-of-the-art transverse engine and front wheel drive layout which had been pioneered in the [[Fiat 128]] was carried over.  The 127 also featured a unique transverse [[leaf spring]] suspension at the rear.  The 127 was an instant success, being voted [[European Car of the Year]] in [[1972]].
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The '''Fiat 127''' was a [[supermini car|supermini]] [[automobile]] produced by the [[Italia]]n manufacturer [[Fiat]] between [[1971]] and [[1987]].
  
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The Mark 2 version of the 127 debuted in [[1977]]. It featured a restyled front and rear, a revised dashboard, larger rear glass area and a new 1049cc engine option.  This aluminium headed, overhead cam engine was unique to the 127 range.  At the same time a 5-door derivative became available in certain countries.
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The 127 was introduced in [[1971]], and as the replacement for the [[Fiat 850]]. Initially only available in two-door sedan form, a three-door [[hatchback]] was launched the following year (Fiat's first in the class). The 127 used the tried and trusted 903cc overhead valve engine that had powered many earlier generations of Fiat cars, in conjunction with the state-of-the-art transverse engine and front wheel drive layout which had been pioneered in the [[Fiat 128]], and also featured a unique transverse [[leaf spring]] suspension at the rear.  The car was one of the first of the modern superminis, and won praise for its utilisation of space (80% of the floor space was available for passengers and luggage) as well as its roadholding.  The 127 was an instant success, winning the [[European Car of the Year]] award in [[1972]], and quickly became one of the best-selling cars in Europe for several years.  
  
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The final revision of the [[127]] came in 1982 with the Mark 3.  Once again the front and end styling was freshened up, and a new 1301cc engine option was introduced.  The interior was redesigned and made more modern looking.
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The Series 2 version of the 127 debuted in [[1977]]. It featured a restyled front and rear, a revised dashboard, larger rear glass area and a new 1049cc engine option. This aluminium headed, overhead cam engine was unique to the 127 range.  At the same time a 5-door derivative became available in certain countries. The final revision of the [[127]] came in [[1982]] with the Mark 3.  Once again the front and end styling was freshened up, and a new 1301cc engine option was introduced.  The interior was redesigned and made more modern looking.
  
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However, like all [[1970s]]-vintage Italian cars, the 127 was prone to severe body corrosion, something which was excacerbated by Fiat's use of recycled steel and inadequate undersealing.  In warm, dry [[Mediterranean Sea|Mediterranean]] countries, a surprising number of 127s have survived, but in [[Northern Europe]] the combination of damp weather and salty roads had the obvious effects on the 127s fragile bodywork, most ending up in the crusher before their eighth birthday.
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However, like all [[1970s]]-vintage Italian cars, the 127 was prone to severe body corrosion, something which was excacerbated by Fiat's use of recycled steel and inadequate undersealing.  In warm, dry [[Mediterranean Sea|Mediterranean]] countries, 127 build quality was acceptable and many examples survive in the present day, but in [[Northern Europe]] the combination of damp weather and salty roads had devastating effects on the 127's fragile bodywork. The 127's problems along with similar problems with other Italian cars of the 1970s severely damaged the reputation of Italian automakers in the region, a reputation which they would not fully eliminate until the early 1990s.
  
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Production ended in [[1983]] following the introduction of its replacement, the [[Fiat Uno]].
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Production of the 127 ended in [[1987]] following the introduction of its replacement, the [[Fiat Uno]].
  
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[[Fiat 850]]
 
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[[Fiat Uno]]
 
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==The Spanish twin==
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As it happened with other Fiat models of that era, [[SEAT]] made a Spanish version of this car called the '''SEAT 127'''. When their licence from Fiat expired, SEAT redesigned some parts of the car and created the [[SEAT Fura]]. Some design parts of this model were also used in the [[SEAT Ibiza|Ibiza Mk. 1]].
  
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As it happened with other Fiat models of that era, SEAT made a Spanish version of this car called the '''[[SEAT 127]]'''. When the agreement expired, SEAT redesigned some parts of the car and created the [[SEAT Fura]]. Some design parts of this model were also used in the [[SEAT Ibiza|Ibiza Mk. 1]].
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The 127's underpinnings were also used in certain Fiat-sponsored products such as the [[Yugo]] and [[Yugo Florida]] from [[Socialist Federal Republic of Yugoslavia|Yugoslavian]] [[Zastava]] company and the [[Fiat 147]] of [[Brazil]].
  
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==Other international variants==
 
  
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The 127's underpinnings were also used in certain Fiat-sponsored products such as the [[Yugo]] and [[Yugo Florida]] from [[Socialist Federal Republic of Yugoslavia|Yugoslavian]] [[Zastava]] company and the [[Fiat 147]] of [[Brazil]].
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==External links==
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*[http://www.fiatmotorclubgb.org FIAT Motor Club (GB)]  
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*[http://www.fancyengineering.co.uk Fancy Engineering - UK]
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*[http://www.ele.tut.fi/~vvieri/autot.htm Fiats and turbos]
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*[http://www.fiat.mysteria.cz/127-odkazy.htm FIAT Encyclopedia]
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*[http://www.italianusedcars.com/links.html Italian used cars]
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*[http://www.tamiyaclub.com Tamiya RC car club]
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*[http://www.fiat-abarth.net/index2.html fiat-abarth.net]
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*[http://www.mini.theoldcar.com/127.html theoldcar.com]
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*[http://www.fiatparts.com Bruce's Parts Bin - Fiat Parts]
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*[http://www.mirafiori.com/~thad Mirafiori.com]
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*[http://www.fiatparts.co.nz Dino Enterprises - New Zealand]
  
  
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Revision as of 20:57, 24 February 2007

Fiat 127
Manufacturer: Fiat
Production: 1971-1987
Layout & Class: FF supermini
Body Styles: hatchback
sedan
Predecessors: Fiat 850
Successors: None
Fiat 127 Series I
Series I
Production: 1971-1977
Fiat 127 Series II
Series II
Production: 1977-1987

The Fiat 127 was a supermini automobile produced by the Italian manufacturer Fiat between 1971 and 1987.

The 127 was introduced in 1971, and as the replacement for the Fiat 850. Initially only available in two-door sedan form, a three-door hatchback was launched the following year (Fiat's first in the class). The 127 used the tried and trusted 903cc overhead valve engine that had powered many earlier generations of Fiat cars, in conjunction with the state-of-the-art transverse engine and front wheel drive layout which had been pioneered in the Fiat 128, and also featured a unique transverse leaf spring suspension at the rear. The car was one of the first of the modern superminis, and won praise for its utilisation of space (80% of the floor space was available for passengers and luggage) as well as its roadholding. The 127 was an instant success, winning the European Car of the Year award in 1972, and quickly became one of the best-selling cars in Europe for several years.

The Series 2 version of the 127 debuted in 1977. It featured a restyled front and rear, a revised dashboard, larger rear glass area and a new 1049cc engine option. This aluminium headed, overhead cam engine was unique to the 127 range. At the same time a 5-door derivative became available in certain countries. The final revision of the 127 came in 1982 with the Mark 3. Once again the front and end styling was freshened up, and a new 1301cc engine option was introduced. The interior was redesigned and made more modern looking.

However, like all 1970s-vintage Italian cars, the 127 was prone to severe body corrosion, something which was excacerbated by Fiat's use of recycled steel and inadequate undersealing. In warm, dry Mediterranean countries, 127 build quality was acceptable and many examples survive in the present day, but in Northern Europe the combination of damp weather and salty roads had devastating effects on the 127's fragile bodywork. The 127's problems along with similar problems with other Italian cars of the 1970s severely damaged the reputation of Italian automakers in the region, a reputation which they would not fully eliminate until the early 1990s.

Production of the 127 ended in 1987 following the introduction of its replacement, the Fiat Uno.

International variants

As it happened with other Fiat models of that era, SEAT made a Spanish version of this car called the SEAT 127. When their licence from Fiat expired, SEAT redesigned some parts of the car and created the SEAT Fura. Some design parts of this model were also used in the Ibiza Mk. 1.

The 127's underpinnings were also used in certain Fiat-sponsored products such as the Yugo and Yugo Florida from Yugoslavian Zastava company and the Fiat 147 of Brazil.


External links


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Type 1960s 1970s 1980s
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
City car 500 126
600 133 Panda
Supermini 850 127 Uno
Small family car 1100 128 Ritmo Tipo
1300 124 131 Regata
Large family car 1500 125 132 Argenta Croma I
Executive car 2300 130
Coupé / Roadster Dino / 124 Sport Spider 124 Sport Spider
124 Coupé
Sports car 850 Spider X1/9
Panel van Fiorino I Fiorino II
Compact MPV 600 Multipla
Van 600 T 850 T 900 T
1100 BLR / ELR / I / T 238
241 242
Daily*
Ducato I
Off-road Campagnola (1101) Campagnola (1107)
*Rebadged Iveco model
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Historic models 1 | 1T | 2 | 3.5 CV | 4 HP | 8V | 10 HP | 12 HP | Fiat 16-20 HP | 124 | 125 | 126 | 127 | 128 | 130 | 131 | 132/Argenta | 133 | 147/Spazio | 2B | 24 HP | 242 | 500 | 502 HP | 503 HP | 508 | 508C | 509 | 510S | 514 | 518 | 519 | 520 | 524 | 574 Corsa | 60 HP | 600 | 750 | 850 | 1100 | 1200 | 1400 | 1300/1500 | 1800/2100 | 2300 | 2800 | Albea | Balilla | Bianchina | Bravo/Brava | Campagnola | Cinquecento | Croma | Coupé | Dino | Duna/Prêmio | Elba | Mod 5 | Oggi | Panorama | Panda | Regata | Ritmo/Strada | Siena | Tempra | Tipo | Topolino | Turbina | Uno | X1/9 | Zero
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Major interests

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Commercial brands

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Autobianchi · Innocenti · Zastava · Seddon Atkinson · Pegaso of Spain

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