1981 Fiat 127 vs. 2007 Saturn ION
To start off, 2007 Saturn ION is newer by 26 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Saturn ION is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saturn ION (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 127. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saturn ION should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Saturn ION weights approximately 554 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, 2007 Saturn ION (203 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Saturn ION will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 127 | 2007 Saturn ION | |
| Make | Fiat | Saturn |
| Model | 127 | ION |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1300 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56 mm | 94.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 49 L |
