1979 Renault 4 vs. 1982 Seat 127
To start off, 1982 Seat 127 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Renault 4 would be higher. At 955 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Renault 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Seat 127 (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1979 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Seat 127 should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Seat 127 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1979 Renault 4. 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, 1982 Seat 127 (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Seat 127 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Renault 4 | 1982 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | 4 | 127 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 955 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 62 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2230 mm |
