1977 Fiat 127 vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 36 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 127. (70 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 839 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 127. (83 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Fiat 127 | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 127 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1047 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3246 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 80 L |