1977 Fiat 127 vs. 1977 Plymouth Volare
To start off, both 1977 Fiat 127 and 1977 Plymouth Volare were released in the same year (1977). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Plymouth Volare (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 760 kg more than 1977 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Plymouth Volare 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 1977 Plymouth Volare. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1977 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Fiat 127 | 1977 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
Model | 127 | Volare |
Year Released | 1977 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2760 mm |