1974 Seat 127 vs. 1996 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1996 SsangYong Korando is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Seat 127 would be higher. At 2,872 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 SsangYong Korando (97 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1974 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1974 Seat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Seat 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 SsangYong Korando (190 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Seat 127 | 1996 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Seat | SsangYong |
| Model | 127 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2872 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
