1975 Fiat 127 vs. 1981 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1981 Toyota Corona is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Corona (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Corona weights approximately 280 kg more than 1975 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Toyota Corona 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 1981 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1981 Toyota Corona (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 127 | 1981 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 127 | Corona |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 75 L |
