1980 Fiat 127 vs. 2002 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2002 Toyota Caldina is newer by 22 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 (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Caldina (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1980 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 780 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 2002 Toyota Caldina 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, 2002 Toyota Caldina 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, 2002 Toyota Caldina (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat 127. 2002 Toyota Caldina 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. 2002 Toyota Caldina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Fiat 127 | 2002 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 127 | Caldina |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 901 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2710 mm |
