1980 Seat 127 vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Subaru Legacy is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Seat 127 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Legacy (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1980 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1980 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 645 kg more than 1980 Seat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Seat 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy 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, 2004 Subaru Legacy (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Seat 127 | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Seat | Subaru |
Model | 127 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2680 mm |