1981 Fiat 127 vs. 2011 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2011 Seat Ibiza is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Ibiza (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 951 kg more than 1981 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, 2011 Seat Ibiza (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 127 | 2011 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | 127 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2470 mm |
