1978 Fiat 127 vs. 1992 Honda CRX
To start off, 1992 Honda CRX is newer by 14 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda CRX (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda CRX 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, 1992 Honda CRX (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat 127 | 1992 Honda CRX | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 127 | CRX |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2380 mm |
