1979 Fiat 127 vs. 1967 Toyota Sport 800
To start off, 1979 Fiat 127 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Toyota Sport 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Toyota Sport 800 would be higher. At 903 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Fiat 127 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 44 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat 127 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1967 Toyota Sport 800.
Because 1967 Toyota Sport 800 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 1967 Toyota Sport 800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1967 Toyota Sport 800 (67 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Toyota Sport 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat 127 | 1967 Toyota Sport 800 | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 127 | Sport 800 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2010 mm |
