1978 Seat 127 vs. 1997 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 1997 Skoda Felicia is newer by 19 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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Skoda Felicia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Skoda Felicia (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1978 Seat 127. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Skoda Felicia should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Skoda Felicia weights approximately 200 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, 1997 Skoda Felicia (95 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 127. (76 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1997 Skoda Felicia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Seat 127 | 1997 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | Seat | Skoda |
| Model | 127 | Felicia |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1010 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2460 mm |
