1979 Seat 127 vs. 2008 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2008 Toyota Previa is newer by 29 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Previa (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1979 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Previa weights approximately 1070 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, 2008 Toyota Previa (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Seat 127 | 2008 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Seat | Toyota |
Model | 127 | Previa |
Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2910 mm |