1971 Fiat 127 vs. 1998 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1998 Toyota Avensis is newer by 27 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Avensis (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 127. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 365 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, 1998 Toyota Avensis (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 127 | 1998 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 127 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| 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 | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2640 mm |
