1983 Fiat 127 vs. 1983 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 1983 Fiat 127 and 1983 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Volkswagen Golf (53 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 127. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 127.
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 Volkswagen Golf (97 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Fiat 127 | 1983 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | 127 | Golf |
Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1048 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 77 Nm | 97 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.2 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2340 mm |