1981 Fiat 127 vs. 2006 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2006 Nissan Navara is newer by 25 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Navara weights approximately 1289 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 2006 Nissan Navara 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, 2006 Nissan Navara 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, 2006 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (75 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 127 | 2006 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 127 | Navara |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 2124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3210 mm |
