1978 Seat 127 vs. 2007 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2007 Lancia Musa is newer by 29 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 1,247 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lancia Musa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Musa (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1978 Seat 127. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Musa should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Musa weights approximately 555 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.
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, 2007 Lancia Musa (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 127. (76 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Seat 127 | 2007 Lancia Musa | |
Make | Seat | Lancia |
Model | 127 | Musa |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1010 cc | 1247 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 76 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2510 mm |