1977 Fiat 127 vs. 1998 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Carina is newer by 21 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 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Carina (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 127. (70 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Carina weights approximately 385 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 Fiat 127 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 Fiat 127. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Carina, 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, 1998 Toyota Carina (150 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 127. (83 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 127 | 1998 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 127 | Carina |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1047 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 59 L |
