1971 Fiat 127 vs. 1970 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1971 Fiat 127 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,253 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Crown (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Toyota Crown weights approximately 585 kg more than 1971 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Toyota Crown 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 1970 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 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, 1970 Toyota Crown (172 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 127 | 1970 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 127 | Crown |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 70 L |
