1972 Fiat 127 vs. 1975 Seat 127
To start off, 1975 Seat 127 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 127 would be higher. Both 1972 Fiat 127 and 1975 Seat 127 are equipped with a 903 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Seat 127 (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Seat 127 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Seat 127 weights approximately 17 kg more than 1972 Fiat 127. 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, 1972 Fiat 127 (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 127 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 127 | 1975 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | 127 | 127 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 688 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2230 mm |
