1981 Fiat 127 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Passat 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 732 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, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (76 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 127 | 2010 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 127 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2710 mm |
