1971 Fiat 127 vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1978 Toyota Corona is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Corona (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Corona weights approximately 295 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 1978 Toyota Corona 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 1978 Toyota Corona. 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, 1978 Toyota Corona (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Fiat 127 | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 127 | Corona |
Year Released | 1971 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2510 mm |