1977 Fiat 127 vs. 1988 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1988 Honda Shuttle is newer by 11 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Shuttle (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 127. (70 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 305 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 1988 Honda Shuttle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Fiat 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Honda Shuttle will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Honda Shuttle (148 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 127. (83 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Fiat 127 | 1988 Honda Shuttle | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 127 | Shuttle |
Year Released | 1977 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1047 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2510 mm |