1970 Honda 1300 vs. 1972 Seat 127
To start off, 1972 Seat 127 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Honda 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1972 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 1972 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Honda 1300 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1972 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, 1970 Honda 1300 (106 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Honda 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Honda 1300 | 1972 Seat 127 | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | 1300 | 127 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2230 mm |