1982 Fiat 127 vs. 1971 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1982 Fiat 127 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,070 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Toyota Corolla (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1982 Fiat 127. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Fiat 127 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1971 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1971 Toyota Corolla is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Fiat 127, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1971 Toyota Corolla (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Fiat 127 | 1971 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 127 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1982 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1049 cc | 1070 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2290 mm |