1981 Fiat 127 vs. 1979 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 1981 Fiat 127 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Holden Kingswood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Holden Kingswood would be higher. At 3,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Holden Kingswood (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 127. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 540 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 1979 Holden Kingswood 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 1979 Holden Kingswood. 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, 1979 Holden Kingswood (221 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Fiat 127 | 1979 Holden Kingswood | |
Make | Fiat | Holden |
Model | 127 | Kingswood |
Year Released | 1981 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1049 cc | 3296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2830 mm |