1979 Seat 127 vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 1979 Seat 127 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Simca 1301 (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1979 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Simca 1301 should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Simca 1301 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1979 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, 1972 Simca 1301 (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Simca 1301 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Seat 127 | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
Make | Seat | Simca |
Model | 127 | 1301 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2530 mm |