1980 Fiat 127 vs. 2001 Honda Life
To start off, 2001 Honda Life is newer by 21 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 901 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Fiat 127 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Life (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1980 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Life should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Life weights approximately 85 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 2001 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Fiat 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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, 1980 Fiat 127 (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1980 Fiat 127 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Fiat 127 | 2001 Honda Life | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 127 | Life |
Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 901 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2370 mm |