1993 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1976 Seat 127
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Seat 127 would be higher. At 991 cc (3 cylinders), 1993 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Daihatsu Charade (50 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1976 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 85 kg more than 1976 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, 1993 Daihatsu Charade (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 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 1976 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Charade | 1976 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
| Model | Charade | 127 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 991 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 50 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
