1972 Honda Life vs. 1979 Seat 127
To start off, 1979 Seat 127 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Life would be higher. At 903 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Seat 127 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Seat 127 (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1972 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Seat 127 should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Seat 127 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1972 Honda Life. 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, 1979 Seat 127 (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1979 Seat 127 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Honda Life | 1979 Seat 127 | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | Life | 127 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 903 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 28 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2230 mm |