1979 Seat 127 vs. 2006 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 27 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), 2006 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1979 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 1299 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.
Because 2006 SsangYong Kyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Seat 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Kyron will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Seat 127 | 2006 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Seat | SsangYong |
| Model | 127 | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| 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 | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2750 mm |
