1957 Ford Escort vs. 1977 Seat 127
To start off, 1977 Seat 127 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Seat 127 (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1957 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Seat 127 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford Escort weights approximately 112 kg more than 1977 Seat 127.
Because 1957 Ford Escort is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Seat 127, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1957 Ford Escort (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Escort | 1977 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Escort | 127 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2230 mm |
