1979 Fiat 127 vs. 2005 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2005 Seat Toledo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Toledo (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Toledo weights approximately 636 kg more than 1979 Fiat 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, 2005 Seat Toledo (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Fiat 127 | 2005 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | 127 | Toledo |
Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1341 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2520 mm |