1982 Fiat 127 vs. 1982 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, both 1982 Fiat 127 and 1982 Vauxhall Astra were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Vauxhall Astra (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1982 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 175 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.
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, 1982 Vauxhall Astra (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Fiat 127 | 1982 Vauxhall Astra | |
Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
Model | 127 | Astra |
Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 85.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 69.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2520 mm |