1970 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1978 Seat 127
To start off, 1978 Seat 127 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Vega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chevrolet Vega (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1978 Seat 127. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chevrolet Vega should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Vega weights approximately 285 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.
Because 1970 Chevrolet Vega 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 1970 Chevrolet Vega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1970 Chevrolet Vega (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 127. (76 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Vega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Vega | 1978 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | Vega | 127 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 1010 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2230 mm |
