1977 Fiat 127 vs. 1981 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1981 Nissan Laurel is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Laurel (60 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 127. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 375 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 1981 Nissan Laurel 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 Nissan Laurel. 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, 1981 Nissan Laurel (123 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 127 | 1981 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 127 | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1048 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2410 mm |
