1981 Fiat 127 vs. 1994 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 1994 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is newer by 13 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mitsubishi Space Wagon should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mitsubishi Space Wagon weights approximately 460 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, 1994 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (76 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Mitsubishi Space Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 127 | 1994 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 127 | Space Wagon |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2730 mm |
