1970 Datsun 100A Cherry vs. 1977 Seat 127
To start off, 1977 Seat 127 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry would be higher. At 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1977 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Seat 127 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry.
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, 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry | 1977 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Datsun | Seat |
| Model | 100A Cherry | 127 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2230 mm |
