1980 Fiat 127 vs. 1993 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1993 Seat Toledo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Seat Toledo (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1980 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Seat Toledo weights approximately 340 kg more than 1980 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, 1993 Seat Toledo (140 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Fiat 127 | 1993 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | 127 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 901 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2480 mm |
