1968 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1977 Fiat 127
To start off, 1977 Fiat 127 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chrysler Town & Country (305 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1461 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.
Because 1968 Chrysler Town & Country is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Chrysler Town & Country. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Fiat 127, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Chrysler Town & Country (543 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 479 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chrysler Town & Country | 1977 Fiat 127 | |
Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
Model | Town & Country | 127 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7206 cc | 903 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2166 kg | 705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2230 mm |