1973 Fiat 127 vs. 1996 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1996 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 23 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 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota 4Runner (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 1145 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.
Because 1996 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Fiat 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Toyota 4Runner (295 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 127 | 1996 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 127 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
