1981 Fiat 127 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando

To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 29 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), 2010 Chevrolet Orlando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 127. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 890 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 2010 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Fiat 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Orlando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 127. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando has automatic transmission and 1981 Fiat 127 has manual transmission. 1981 Fiat 127 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1981 Fiat 127 2010 Chevrolet Orlando
Make Fiat Chevrolet
Model 127 Orlando
Year Released 1981 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1300 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 74 HP 128 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 103 Nm 315 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 56 mm 86 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 775 kg 1665 kg
Vehicle Length 3720 mm 4652 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1836 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1633 mm
Wheelbase Size 2230 mm 2760 mm


 

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