1985 Dodge Colt vs. 1985 Fiat 127
To start off, both 1985 Dodge Colt and 1985 Fiat 127 were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Dodge Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Dodge Colt (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1985 Fiat 127. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Colt should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge Colt weights approximately 320 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 Dodge Colt (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Colt | 1985 Fiat 127 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Colt | 127 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1049 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2230 mm |
