1971 Lamborghini Miura vs. 1978 Seat 127
To start off, 1978 Seat 127 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lamborghini Miura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lamborghini Miura would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1971 Lamborghini Miura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lamborghini Miura (385 HP @ 7850 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 1978 Seat 127. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Lamborghini Miura weights approximately 573 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 1971 Lamborghini Miura 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 1971 Lamborghini Miura. 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, 1971 Lamborghini Miura (401 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 127. (76 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1971 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lamborghini Miura | 1978 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Seat |
| Model | Miura | 127 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 1010 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7850 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1293 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2230 mm |
