1978 Fiat 127 vs. 2009 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2009 Toyota Avensis is newer by 31 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Avensis (145 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 679 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, 2009 Toyota Avensis (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 127. 2009 Toyota Avensis 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. 2009 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat 127 | 2009 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 127 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2710 mm |
