1965 Morris Mini Moke vs. 1979 Seat 127
To start off, 1979 Seat 127 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morris Mini Moke. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morris Mini Moke would be higher. At 903 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Seat 127 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Seat 127 (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1965 Morris Mini Moke. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Seat 127 should accelerate faster than 1965 Morris Mini Moke. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Seat 127 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1965 Morris Mini Moke. 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, 1979 Seat 127 (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Morris Mini Moke. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1979 Seat 127 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Morris Mini Moke.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Morris Mini Moke | 1979 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Morris | Seat |
| Model | Mini Moke | 127 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2230 mm |
