1981 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1976 Seat 127
To start off, 1981 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Seat 127 would be higher. At 958 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Seat 127 (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Seat 127 should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 315 kg more than 1976 Seat 127.
Because 1981 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Seat 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Daihatsu Taft will offer significantly more control. 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, 1981 Daihatsu Taft (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Daihatsu Taft will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Daihatsu Taft | 1976 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
| Model | Taft | 127 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2230 mm |
