1983 Fiat 127 vs. 2008 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2008 Toyota Aygo is newer by 25 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, 2008 Toyota Aygo (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 127. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Aygo should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Aygo weights approximately 35 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, 2008 Toyota Aygo (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Aygo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat 127 | 2008 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 127 | Aygo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1048 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.2 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2340 mm |
