1978 Seat 127 vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1978 Seat 127. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 678 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 2007 Subaru Impreza 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 127. (76 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Seat 127 | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Seat | Subaru |
| Model | 127 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| 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 | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2530 mm |
