1978 Ford Fiesta vs. 1977 Seat 127
To start off, 1978 Ford Fiesta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Seat 127 would be higher. At 956 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Seat 127 (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1978 Ford Fiesta. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Seat 127 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 10 kg more than 1977 Seat 127.
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, 1978 Ford Fiesta (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Fiesta | 1977 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Fiesta | 127 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2230 mm |
