1979 Seat 127 vs. 1978 Seat 127
To start off, 1979 Seat 127 is newer by 1 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 1,010 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Seat 127 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Seat 127 (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1979 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Seat 127 should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Seat 127 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1979 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, 1978 Seat 127 (76 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Seat 127 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Seat 127 | 1978 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | 127 | 127 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1010 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2230 mm |
