1974 Seat 127 vs. 2010 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 407 is newer by 36 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 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 407 (161 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1974 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 895 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, 2010 Peugeot 407 (220 Nm @ 4150 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Seat 127 | 2010 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Seat | Peugeot |
| Model | 127 | 407 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2730 mm |
