1985 Fiat 127 vs. 2008 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 23 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1985 Fiat 127. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda CR-V weights approximately 774 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.
Because 2008 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Fiat 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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 Honda CR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat 127 | 2008 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 127 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1604 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2640 mm |
