2006 Acura RSX vs. 1981 Fiat 127
To start off, 2006 Acura RSX is newer by 25 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Acura RSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RSX (201 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 127.
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, 2006 Acura RSX (190 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (76 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RSX | 1981 Fiat 127 | |
| Make | Acura | Fiat |
| Model | RSX | 127 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2230 mm |
