1974 Fiat 127 vs. 2012 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2012 Toyota Hilux is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Hilux (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 979 kg more than 1974 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Toyota Hilux is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 127, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Hilux (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Fiat 127 | 2012 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 127 | Hilux |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 902 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 80 L |