2007 Acura TSX vs. 1981 Fiat 127
To start off, 2007 Acura TSX is newer by 26 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 2,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TSX (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TSX 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, 2007 Acura TSX (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (75 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TSX | 1981 Fiat 127 | |
| Make | Acura | Fiat |
| Model | TSX | 127 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2398 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2230 mm |
