1979 Seat 127 vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat 127 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Avensis (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1979 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 800 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.
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, 2005 Toyota Avensis (290 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Seat 127 | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | 127 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2720 mm |
