1974 Seat 127 vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover

To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 38 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 1974 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1879 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 2012 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 127.

Compare all specifications:

1974 Seat 127 2012 Land Rover Range Rover
Make Seat Land Rover
Model 127 Range Rover
Year Released 1974 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 903 cc 5000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 47 HP 375 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 63 Nm 508 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 705 kg 2584 kg
Vehicle Length 3600 mm 4973 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 2035 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1877 mm
Wheelbase Size 2230 mm 2891 mm


 

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