1971 Fiat 127 vs. 2012 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 41 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen T5 (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 127. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1440 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, 2012 Volkswagen T5 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 127 | 2012 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 127 | T5 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 80 L |
