2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1981 Fiat 127
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 24 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 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 352 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (76 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1981 Fiat 127 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Colorado | 127 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2230 mm |
