1980 Fiat 127 vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (107 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1980 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 655 kg more than 1980 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, 1995 Renault Laguna (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Fiat 127 | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 127 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 901 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2680 mm |
