1966 Mazda Familia vs. 1978 Seat 127
To start off, 1978 Seat 127 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,010 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Seat 127 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mazda Familia (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1978 Seat 127. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mazda Familia weights approximately 70 kg more than 1978 Seat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Mazda Familia (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 127. (76 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1966 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mazda Familia | 1978 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | Familia | 127 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 984 cc | 1010 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2230 mm |
