1978 Fiat 127 vs. 2010 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 32 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 2,701 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 369 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 2010 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Fiat 127, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (180 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Fiat 127 | 2010 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 127 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 2701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3240 mm |