1983 Fiat 127 vs. 1983 Subaru Coupe
To start off, both 1983 Fiat 127 and 1983 Subaru Coupe were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Subaru Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Subaru Coupe (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Subaru Coupe should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Subaru Coupe weights approximately 205 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 Subaru Coupe (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 127. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Subaru Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 127. 1983 Subaru Coupe has automatic transmission and 1983 Fiat 127 has manual transmission. 1983 Fiat 127 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Subaru Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Fiat 127 | 1983 Subaru Coupe | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | 127 | Coupe |
Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 91.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 60 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2470 mm |