1998 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1985 Fiat 127
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 13 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 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Venture (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1985 Fiat 127. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 915 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, 1998 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Venture | 1985 Fiat 127 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Venture | 127 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1049 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2230 mm |
