1996 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1978 Seat 127
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Colt 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Colt (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1978 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 345 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 Mitsubishi Colt (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 127. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Colt | 1978 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
| Model | Colt | 127 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2230 mm |
