1978 Fiat 127 vs. 1996 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1996 Seat Toledo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Seat Toledo (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Seat Toledo weights approximately 351 kg more than 1978 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, 1996 Seat Toledo (145 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Fiat 127 | 1996 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | 127 | Toledo |
Year Released | 1978 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2480 mm |