1978 Seat 127 vs. 2007 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hi-Ace 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 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Hi-Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Hi-Ace (102 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1978 Seat 127. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Hi-Ace should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 810 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 Toyota Hi-Ace 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 2007 Toyota Hi-Ace. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 2007 Toyota Hi-Ace (182 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 127. (76 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Hi-Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Seat 127 | 2007 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | 127 | Hi-Ace |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1010 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2500 mm |
