1981 Fiat 127 vs. 2001 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Vitara 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki Vitara (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 525 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 Suzuki Vitara 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 Suzuki Vitara 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 Suzuki Vitara (138 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 127 | 2001 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | 127 | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2210 mm |
