1978 Seat 127 vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 27 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1978 Seat 127. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 680 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 2005 Subaru Forester 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, 2005 Subaru Forester 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, 2005 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 127. (76 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Seat 127 | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Seat | Subaru |
| Model | 127 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1010 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2530 mm |
