1976 Fiat 127 vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1987 Toyota Corolla is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 297 kg more than 1976 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, 1987 Toyota Corolla (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 127 | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 127 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 75 L |
