1971 Fiat 127 vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1996 Toyota Carina is newer by 25 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Carina (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 127. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Carina weights approximately 390 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, 1996 Toyota Carina (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 127 | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 127 | Carina |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
