1982 Fiat 127 vs. 2003 Seat Altea
To start off, 2003 Seat Altea is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1982 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Altea weights approximately 665 kg more than 1982 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, 2003 Seat Altea (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat 127 | 2003 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | 127 | Altea |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2470 mm |
