2009 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1978 Fiat 127
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1205 kg more than 1978 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, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 127. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 1978 Fiat 127 has manual transmission. 1978 Fiat 127 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Town & Country | 1978 Fiat 127 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | Town & Country | 127 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.1 mm | 67.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2230 mm |
