1981 Fiat 127 vs. 2009 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2009 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 28 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), 2009 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Qashqai (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 685 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, 2009 Nissan Qashqai (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (76 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Fiat 127 | 2009 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 127 | Qashqai |
Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
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 | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 76 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2640 mm |