1993 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1972 Seat 127
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Seat 127 would be higher. At 992 cc (3 cylinders), 1993 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Seat 127 (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Seat 127 should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 118 kg more than 1972 Seat 127.
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, 1993 Daihatsu Charade (85 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Charade | 1972 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
| Model | Charade | 127 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 823 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2230 mm |
