1996 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1978 Seat 127
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 127 would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Daihatsu Charade (89 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1978 Seat 127. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 120 kg more than 1978 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, 1996 Daihatsu Charade (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 127. (76 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1996 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Charade | 1978 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
| Model | Charade | 127 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1010 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2230 mm |
