1981 Fiat 127 vs. 2001 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2001 Toyota RunX 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota RunX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota RunX (183 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota RunX weights approximately 325 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, 2001 Toyota RunX (181 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (75 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota RunX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 127 | 2001 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 127 | RunX |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2810 mm |
