1983 Fiat 127 vs. 1999 Toyota Paseo
To start off, 1999 Toyota Paseo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Paseo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Paseo (90 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Paseo should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Paseo weights approximately 210 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, 1999 Toyota Paseo (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 127. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Paseo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat 127 | 1999 Toyota Paseo | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 127 | Paseo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2390 mm |
