1981 Seat 127 vs. 1988 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1988 Suzuki Alto is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Seat 127 would be higher. At 901 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Seat 127 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Seat 127 (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Seat 127 should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Seat 127 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1988 Suzuki Alto. 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, 1981 Seat 127 (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Seat 127 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Seat 127 | 1988 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Seat | Suzuki |
| Model | 127 | Alto |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 901 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2180 mm |
