1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1981 Fiat 127
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 13 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 1,300 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat 127 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 127. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Fiat Punto weights approximately 225 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, 1994 Fiat Punto (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 1981 Fiat 127 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Punto | 127 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 56 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 38 L |
