2008 Fiat Panda vs. 1978 Seat 127
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda is newer by 30 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1978 Seat 127. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Panda weights approximately 140 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, 2008 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 127. (76 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Panda | 1978 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Panda | 127 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1010 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2230 mm |
