1978 Fiat 127 vs. 2002 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2002 Toyota Caldina is newer by 24 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Caldina (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 675 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.
Because 2002 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Fiat 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Caldina will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Toyota Caldina (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 127. 2002 Toyota Caldina has automatic transmission and 1978 Fiat 127 has manual transmission. 1978 Fiat 127 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Caldina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Fiat 127 | 2002 Toyota Caldina | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 127 | Caldina |
Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2710 mm |