1980 Fiat 127 vs. 2001 Toyota Will
To start off, 2001 Toyota Will 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Will is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Will (189 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1980 Fiat 127. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Will should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Will weights approximately 715 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, 2001 Toyota Will (274 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat 127. (77 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Will will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Fiat 127 | 2001 Toyota Will | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 127 | Will |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2380 mm |
