1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1980 Seat 127
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Seat 127 would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (136 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1980 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1980 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Fiat Punto weights approximately 295 kg more than 1980 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, 1994 Fiat Punto (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 1980 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Punto | 127 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2230 mm |
