1979 Fiat 127 vs. 2006 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2006 Toyota Avensis is newer by 27 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Avensis (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 895 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.
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, 2006 Toyota Avensis (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat 127 | 2006 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 127 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2830 mm |
