| Series 3 | |
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| Overview | |
| Also called | Fiat Stella (Finland) Nasr 127 (Egypt) |
| Production | 1982–1983 1982-1987 (Egypt) |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 903 cc OHV straight-4 1049 cc OHC straight-4 1301 cc SOHC straight-4 1301 cc straight-4 diesel |
The Series 3 was launched in Italy in January 1982 and soon reached other European markets.
It is distinguishable from the Series 2 by a more assertively plastic grille. The addition of a corresponding panel at the rear of the vehicle implied a new 'house style' inspired by the recently introduced Ritmo/Strada range. The car received a completely new dashboard design and interior, again following the design language first seen in the Ritmo. The 1301 cc Fiat SOHC engine was also introduced as an option for the Series 3.
In nations like Norway, Denmark and Finland it was particularly successful, and there are still many in circulation today.
The 127 was replaced as Fiat's high volume product in this sector by the Fiat Uno in January 1983, though versions manufactured in South America continued in production till 1995: Fiat imported the South American 127 Unificata to Europe, until 1987.
