1981 Fiat 127 vs. 1984 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1984 Toyota Carina 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat 127 (74 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Carina. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat 127 should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Carina weights approximately 305 kg more than 1981 Fiat 127.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota Carina (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Fiat 127 | 1984 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 127 | Carina |
Year Released | 1981 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1300 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 103 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 56 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2520 mm |