1980 Fiat 127 vs. 1987 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1987 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Vauxhall Carlton (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1980 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 445 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.
Because 1987 Vauxhall Carlton 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 Vauxhall Carlton. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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 Vauxhall Carlton (151 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Fiat 127 | 1987 Vauxhall Carlton | |
Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
Model | 127 | Carlton |
Year Released | 1980 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 901 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2740 mm |