1978 Seat 127 vs. 2010 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2010 Nissan NP300 is newer by 32 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan NP300 (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1978 Seat 127. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 609 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, 2010 Nissan NP300 (205 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 127. (76 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan NP300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Seat 127 | 2010 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Seat | Nissan |
| Model | 127 | NP300 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1010 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2960 mm |
