1981 Fiat 127 vs. 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight

To start off, 1981 Fiat 127 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 955 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 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight 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 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 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, 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (76 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 127. 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 1981 Fiat 127 has manual transmission. 1981 Fiat 127 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1981 Fiat 127 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
Make Fiat Oldsmobile
Model 127 Ninety-Eight
Year Released 1981 1977
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1290 cc 5736 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 44 HP 168 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 76 Nm 373 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 835 kg 1790 kg
Vehicle Length 3930 mm 5610 mm
Vehicle Width 1550 mm 1960 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2230 mm 3030 mm


 

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