1978 Seat 127 vs. 2011 Honda Stream
To start off, 2011 Honda Stream is newer by 33 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Stream (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1978 Seat 127. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Stream weights approximately 756 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, 2011 Honda Stream (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 127. (76 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Seat 127 | 2011 Honda Stream | |
Make | Seat | Honda |
Model | 127 | Stream |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1010 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 76 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2730 mm |