1980 Fiat 127 vs. 1994 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1994 Lancia Kappa is newer by 14 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 1,998 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lancia Kappa (145 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1980 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 741 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, 1994 Lancia Kappa (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat 127. 1994 Lancia Kappa 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. 1994 Lancia Kappa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Fiat 127 | 1994 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | 127 | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 901 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2710 mm |
