1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 vs. 1979 Seat 127
To start off, 1979 Seat 127 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 (57 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1979 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 weights approximately 57 kg more than 1979 Seat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 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 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 | 1979 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Morgan | Seat |
| Model | 4 Plus 2100 | 127 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2230 mm |
