1980 Fiat 127 vs. 1988 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 1988 Toyota Lexcen is newer by 8 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Lexcen (171 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1980 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Lexcen weights approximately 625 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 1988 Toyota Lexcen 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 1988 Toyota Lexcen. 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, 1988 Toyota Lexcen (293 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Fiat 127 | 1988 Toyota Lexcen | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 127 | Lexcen |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 901 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2740 mm |
