1981 Fiat 127 vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 681 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 Mazda Tribute (183 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (65 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 127 | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 127 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2630 mm |
