1981 Fiat 127 vs. 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 1095 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 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari 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 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari. 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, 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 127. 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari 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. 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 127 | 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | 127 | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2950 mm |
