1949 Jeep CJ3A vs. 1981 Seat 127
To start off, 1981 Seat 127 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jeep CJ3A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jeep CJ3A would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Jeep CJ3A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Jeep CJ3A (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1981 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Jeep CJ3A should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jeep CJ3A weights approximately 405 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.
Because 1949 Jeep CJ3A is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Seat 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1949 Jeep CJ3A will offer significantly more control. 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, 1949 Jeep CJ3A (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1949 Jeep CJ3A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Jeep CJ3A | 1981 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Jeep | Seat |
| Model | CJ3A | 127 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2230 mm |
