1980 Fiat 127 vs. 2013 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2013 Toyota Corolla is newer by 33 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Corolla (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1980 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 545 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, 2013 Toyota Corolla (174 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Fiat 127 | 2013 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 127 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 901 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2600 mm |
