1979 Seat 127 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster is newer by 33 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1979 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster weights approximately 490 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, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Seat 127 | 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster | |
| Make | Seat | Mini |
| Model | 127 | Cooper Roadster |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2466 mm |
