1978 Seat 127 vs. 1995 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1995 Ford Mustang is newer by 17 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 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Mustang (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1978 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Mustang weights approximately 685 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.
Because 1995 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Seat 127, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 127. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Seat 127 | 1995 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Seat | Ford |
| Model | 127 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 3797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2580 mm |
