1981 Fiat 127 vs. 1976 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1981 Fiat 127 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Plymouth Volare (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 127. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 690 kg more than 1981 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Plymouth Volare is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Plymouth Volare. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Fiat 127, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Fiat 127 | 1976 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
Model | 127 | Volare |
Year Released | 1981 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1300 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2760 mm |