1980 Fiat 127 vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna is newer by 32 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sienna (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1980 Fiat 127. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 1125 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, 2012 Toyota Sienna (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat 127. 2012 Toyota Sienna 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. 2012 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Fiat 127 | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 127 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3030 mm |
