1981 Fiat 127 vs. 1992 Honda Concerto
To start off, 1992 Honda Concerto is newer by 11 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 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Concerto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Concerto (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Concerto weights approximately 200 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, 1992 Honda Concerto (119 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (76 Nm). This means 1992 Honda Concerto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 127 | 1992 Honda Concerto | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 127 | Concerto |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2560 mm |
