1987 Buick Electra vs. 1981 Fiat 127
To start off, 1987 Buick Electra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Electra (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 127. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Electra weights approximately 705 kg more than 1981 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, 1987 Buick Electra (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 127. 1987 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1981 Fiat 127 has manual transmission. 1981 Fiat 127 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Electra | 1981 Fiat 127 | |
Make | Buick | Fiat |
Model | Electra | 127 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 56 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2230 mm |