1981 Fiat 127 vs. 2001 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2001 Mazda B2500 is newer by 20 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda B2500 (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 905 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 2001 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Fiat 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mazda B2500 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Mazda B2500 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (76 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 127 | 2001 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 127 | B2500 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2990 mm |
