1983 Fiat 127 vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 17 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 127. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 660 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, 2000 Renault Laguna (327 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat 127 | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 127 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1048 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.2 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2680 mm |
