1981 Fiat 127 vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 24 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), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 545 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, 2005 Renault Laguna (203 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (76 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 127 | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 127 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2710 mm |
