1983 Fiat 127 vs. 2003 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2003 Seat Toledo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Seat Toledo (104 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Toledo weights approximately 510 kg more than 1983 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 Toledo (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 127. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat 127 | 2003 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | 127 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2520 mm |
