1981 Fiat 127 vs. 1990 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1990 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 9 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Vauxhall Carlton (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 530 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 1990 Vauxhall Carlton 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 1990 Vauxhall Carlton. 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, 1990 Vauxhall Carlton (157 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Fiat 127 | 1990 Vauxhall Carlton | |
Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
Model | 127 | Carlton |
Year Released | 1981 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2740 mm |