1979 Seat 127 vs. 2010 Acura TL
To start off, 2010 Acura TL is newer by 31 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1979 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura TL weights approximately 1092 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 2010 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Seat 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Acura TL 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, 2010 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Seat 127 | 2010 Acura TL | |
Make | Seat | Acura |
Model | 127 | TL |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1797 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4966 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2776 mm |