1981 Fiat 127 vs. 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue
To start off, 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue is newer by 19 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 3,457 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue weights approximately 855 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, 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue (311 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 127. 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue has automatic transmission and 1981 Fiat 127 has manual transmission. 1981 Fiat 127 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 127 | 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue | |
| Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 127 | Intrigue |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 3457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 89.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2780 mm |
