1970 Maserati Indy vs. 1978 Seat 127
To start off, 1978 Seat 127 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Maserati Indy (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1978 Seat 127. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Maserati Indy weights approximately 780 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.
Because 1970 Maserati Indy 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 1970 Maserati Indy. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1970 Maserati Indy (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 127. (76 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1970 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Maserati Indy | 1978 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Maserati | Seat |
| Model | Indy | 127 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4136 cc | 1010 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2230 mm |
