1978 Seat 127 vs. 1988 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1988 Toyota Corolla is newer by 10 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 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1978 Seat 127. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 210 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, 1988 Toyota Corolla (100 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 127. (76 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Seat 127 | 1988 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | 127 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1010 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2440 mm |
