1978 Fiat 127 vs. 2011 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 33 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), 2011 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Actyon (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 1071 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 2011 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2011 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2011 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 127. 2011 SsangYong Actyon 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. 2011 SsangYong Actyon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat 127 | 2011 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
| Model | 127 | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| 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 | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1776 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2750 mm |
