1979 Fiat 127 vs. 1987 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1987 Toyota Cressida is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Cressida (129 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Cressida should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Cressida weights approximately 505 kg more than 1979 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Toyota Cressida 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 1987 Toyota Cressida. 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, 1987 Toyota Cressida (149 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Cressida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Fiat 127 | 1987 Toyota Cressida | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 127 | Cressida |
Year Released | 1979 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 89 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2670 mm |