2002 Honda Vamos vs. 1981 Seat 127
To start off, 2002 Honda Vamos is newer by 21 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 901 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Seat 127 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Seat 127 (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Seat 127 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Vamos weights approximately 255 kg more than 1981 Seat 127.
Because 2002 Honda Vamos is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Honda Vamos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Seat 127, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Honda Vamos (149 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat 127. (63 Nm). This means 2002 Honda Vamos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Vamos | 1981 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | Vamos | 127 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2230 mm |
