1973 Fiat 127 vs. 1983 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1983 Plymouth Horizon is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Plymouth Horizon (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Plymouth Horizon should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 275 kg more than 1973 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, 1983 Plymouth Horizon (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 127 | 1983 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
| Model | 127 | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2530 mm |
