1983 Fiat 127 vs. 2006 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 23 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 127. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 1093 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.
Because 2006 SsangYong Kyron is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 SsangYong Kyron. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Fiat 127, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat 127 | 2006 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
| Model | 127 | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1048 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.2 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2750 mm |
