1981 Fiat 127 vs. 2004 Honda Mobilio
To start off, 2004 Honda Mobilio is newer by 23 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 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Mobilio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Mobilio (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Mobilio should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 425 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, 2004 Honda Mobilio (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (75 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Mobilio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 127 | 2004 Honda Mobilio | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 127 | Mobilio |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1750 mm |
