1983 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1983 Fiat 127
To start off, both 1983 Chrysler New Yorker and 1983 Fiat 127 were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Chrysler New Yorker (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 127. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 365 kg more than 1983 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, 1983 Chrysler New Yorker (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chrysler New Yorker | 1983 Fiat 127 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | New Yorker | 127 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1048 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2230 mm |
