1974 Seat 127 vs. 1999 Hyundai Marcia
To start off, 1999 Hyundai Marcia is newer by 25 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Hyundai Marcia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Hyundai Marcia (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1974 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Marcia should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Marcia weights approximately 645 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.
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, 1999 Hyundai Marcia (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Hyundai Marcia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Seat 127 | 1999 Hyundai Marcia | |
| Make | Seat | Hyundai |
| Model | 127 | Marcia |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2710 mm |
