1985 Fiat 127 vs. 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1985 Fiat 127. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 820 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, 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat 127. 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 1985 Fiat 127 has manual transmission. 1985 Fiat 127 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat 127 | 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 127 | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2800 mm |
