1981 Fiat 127 vs. 1986 Honda Civic
To start off, 1986 Honda Civic is newer by 5 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Civic (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 127. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Honda Civic weights approximately 125 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.
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, 1986 Honda Civic (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 127 | 1986 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 127 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1300 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2210 mm |
