1981 Dodge Mirada vs. 1978 Seat 127
To start off, 1981 Dodge Mirada is newer by 3 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Dodge Mirada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Dodge Mirada (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1978 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 995 kg more than 1978 Seat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Dodge Mirada 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 1981 Dodge Mirada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1981 Dodge Mirada (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 127. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Dodge Mirada | 1978 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Dodge | Seat |
| Model | Mirada | 127 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2230 mm |
