1981 Fiat 127 vs. 1994 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1994 Toyota Carina 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Carina (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 127. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Carina weights approximately 360 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Toyota Carina (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Fiat 127 | 1994 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 127 | Carina |
Year Released | 1981 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1300 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 56 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2590 mm |