1983 Fiat 127 vs. 2003 Honda Life
To start off, 2003 Honda Life is newer by 20 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 1,048 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat 127 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat 127 (49 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat 127 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Fiat 127 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2003 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Fiat 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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 Fiat 127 (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat 127 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Life. 2003 Honda Life 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. 2003 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat 127 | 2003 Honda Life | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 127 | Life |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1048 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2370 mm |
