1982 Fiat 127 vs. 1976 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1982 Fiat 127 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Plymouth Volare (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1982 Fiat 127. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 658 kg more than 1982 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Plymouth Volare 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 1976 Plymouth Volare. 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, 1976 Plymouth Volare (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat 127 | 1976 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
| Model | 127 | Volare |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.2 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 117.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2870 mm |
