1978 Seat 127 vs. 2001 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2001 Toyota Tundra is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 127 would be higher. At 3,398 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1978 Seat 127. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1978 Seat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Seat 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Tundra 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, 2001 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 127. (76 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Seat 127 | 2001 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | 127 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1010 cc | 3398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3270 mm |
