1977 Fiat 127 vs. 2001 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2001 Toyota Condor is newer by 24 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 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Condor (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Condor should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Condor weights approximately 754 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 2001 Toyota Condor 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 2001 Toyota Condor. 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, 2001 Toyota Condor (192 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Condor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Fiat 127 | 2001 Toyota Condor | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 127 | Condor |
Year Released | 1977 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 96 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1459 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2700 mm |