1980 Fiat 127 vs. 1993 Toyota Century
To start off, 1993 Toyota Century is newer by 13 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 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Century (154 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1980 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Century weights approximately 1095 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 1993 Toyota Century 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 1993 Toyota Century. 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, 1993 Toyota Century (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat 127. 1993 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 1980 Fiat 127 has manual transmission. 1980 Fiat 127 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Fiat 127 | 1993 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 127 | Century |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 901 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2870 mm |
