1976 Seat 127 vs. 2012 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 408 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Seat 127 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Peugeot 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Peugeot 408 (110 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1976 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 408 should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 127.
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, 2012 Peugeot 408 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Peugeot 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Seat 127 | 2012 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Seat | Peugeot |
| Model | 127 | 408 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2710 mm |
