1978 Seat 127 vs. 1984 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 1984 Seat Ibiza is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 127 would be higher. At 1,714 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Seat Ibiza (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1978 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 205 kg more than 1978 Seat 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, 1984 Seat Ibiza (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 127. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Seat 127 | 1984 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | 127 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2460 mm |
