1971 Fiat 127 vs. 2008 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry is newer by 37 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Camry (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 127. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Camry weights approximately 522 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, 2008 Toyota Camry (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 127 | 2008 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 127 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| 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 | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |
