1977 Seat 127 vs. 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Seat 127 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata (124 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1977 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 127.
Because 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Seat 127, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mazda MX-5 Miata (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Seat 127 | 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Seat | Mazda |
| Model | 127 | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 901 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3995 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2329 mm |
