1989 Fiat 126 vs. 1979 Seat 127
To start off, 1989 Fiat 126 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat 127 would be higher. At 903 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Seat 127 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Seat 127 (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1989 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Seat 127 should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Seat 127 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1989 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Fiat 126 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 1989 Fiat 126. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1979 Seat 127 (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Seat 127 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat 126 | 1979 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | 126 | 127 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 703 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2230 mm |
