1971 Fiat 127 vs. 1988 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1988 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 17 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volkswagen Passat (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 127. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 300 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1988 Volkswagen Passat (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 127 | 1988 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 127 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2630 mm |
