1982 Fiat 127 vs. 2006 Mazda 3
To start off, 2006 Mazda 3 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 3 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1982 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 3 weights approximately 550 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, 2006 Mazda 3 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat 127 | 2006 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 127 | 3 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2650 mm |
