1978 Fiat 127 vs. 1986 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1986 Toyota Camry is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Camry (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Camry weights approximately 345 kg more than 1978 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1986 Toyota Camry (146 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat 127 | 1986 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 127 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2610 mm |
