1983 Fiat 127 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 29 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 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Touran (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 127. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 623 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touran (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat 127 | 2012 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 127 | Touran |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1048 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1550 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.2 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1453 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2680 mm |
