1981 Fiat 127 vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avensis is newer by 27 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Avensis (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 620 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, 2008 Toyota Avensis (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (76 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Fiat 127 | 2008 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 127 | Avensis |
Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 76 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2710 mm |