1985 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1981 Seat 127
To start off, 1985 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 4 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Daihatsu Charmant (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1981 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 145 kg more than 1981 Seat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Daihatsu Charmant 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 1985 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1985 Daihatsu Charmant (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Daihatsu Charmant | 1981 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
| Model | Charmant | 127 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2230 mm |
