1972 Fiat 127 vs. 1993 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1993 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 2,365 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota 4Runner (112 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 912 kg more than 1972 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Fiat 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Toyota 4Runner will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Toyota 4Runner (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 127 | 1993 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 127 | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1972 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 2365 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 688 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2630 mm |