1985 Ford Meteor vs. 1978 Seat 127
To start off, 1985 Ford Meteor is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 127 would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Meteor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Meteor (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1978 Seat 127. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Meteor should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Meteor weights approximately 165 kg more than 1978 Seat 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, 1985 Ford Meteor (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 127. (76 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Meteor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Meteor | 1978 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Meteor | 127 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1010 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2230 mm |
