1971 Fiat 127 vs. 1984 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1984 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 13 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Vauxhall Carlton (70 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 595 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 1984 Vauxhall Carlton 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 1984 Vauxhall Carlton. 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, 1984 Vauxhall Carlton (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 127 | 1984 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
| Model | 127 | Carlton |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2680 mm |
