1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1981 Seat 127
To start off, 1990 Fiat Tempra is newer by 9 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 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1981 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 428 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.
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, 1990 Fiat Tempra (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 1981 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Tempra | 127 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1133 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2230 mm |
