1996 Seat Toledo vs. 1981 Seat 127
To start off, 1996 Seat Toledo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Seat 127 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Seat Toledo (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1981 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Seat Toledo weights approximately 445 kg more than 1981 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 Seat Toledo (181 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Seat Toledo | 1981 Seat 127 | |
Make | Seat | Seat |
Model | Toledo | 127 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2230 mm |