1979 Seat 124 vs. 1977 Seat 127
To start off, 1979 Seat 124 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Seat 127 would be higher. At 1,917 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Seat 124 (108 HP) has 61 more horse power than 1977 Seat 127. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Seat 124 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1977 Seat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Seat 124 (154 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Seat 124 | 1977 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | 124 | 127 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1917 cc | 901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2230 mm |
