1978 Fiat 127 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 35 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 756 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, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 127. 2013 Volkswagen Passat 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. 2013 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat 127 | 2013 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 127 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4868 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1487 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2803 mm |
