1981 Fiat 127 vs. 1984 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1984 Toyota Starlet 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 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat 127 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Starlet (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Starlet should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat 127 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1984 Toyota Starlet.
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, both vehicles can yield 75 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 127 | 1984 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 127 | Starlet |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 70.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2310 mm |
