1981 Fiat 127 vs. 1978 Lada 1600
To start off, 1981 Fiat 127 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lada 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lada 1600 would be higher. At 1,568 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Lada 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lada 1600 (78 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lada 1600 should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Lada 1600 weights approximately 195 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 1978 Lada 1600 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 1978 Lada 1600. 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, 1978 Lada 1600 (122 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (76 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Lada 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Fiat 127 | 1978 Lada 1600 | |
Make | Fiat | Lada |
Model | 127 | 1600 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1568 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 76 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2430 mm |