1977 Fiat 127 vs. 2002 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2002 Seat Cordoba is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Seat Cordoba (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 127. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 508 kg more than 1977 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, 2002 Seat Cordoba (311 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 127 | 2002 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | 127 | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1048 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1238 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 45 L |
