1979 Seat 127 vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 34 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1979 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 1129 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 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Seat 127 | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Seat | Toyota |
Model | 127 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1834 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3246 mm |