1980 Fiat 127 vs. 1979 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1980 Fiat 127 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Plymouth Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Plymouth Horizon would be higher. At 1,715 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Plymouth Horizon (62 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1980 Fiat 127. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Plymouth Horizon should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 172 kg more than 1980 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, 1979 Plymouth Horizon (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Fiat 127 | 1979 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
| Model | 127 | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 1715 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2530 mm |
