1979 Seat 127 vs. 1984 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1984 Toyota Starlet is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat 127 would be higher. At 993 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Starlet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 47 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Starlet weights approximately 45 kg more than 1979 Seat 127.
Because 1984 Toyota Starlet 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 1984 Toyota Starlet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1984 Toyota Starlet (65 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Starlet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Seat 127 | 1984 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | 127 | Starlet |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2310 mm |
