1980 Seat 127 vs. 2012 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2012 Hyundai ix35 is newer by 32 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai ix35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai ix35 (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1980 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai ix35 should accelerate faster than 1980 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai ix35 weights approximately 974 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 2012 Hyundai ix35 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, 2012 Hyundai ix35 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, 2012 Hyundai ix35 (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai ix35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Seat 127 | 2012 Hyundai ix35 | |
| Make | Seat | Hyundai |
| Model | 127 | ix35 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| 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 | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1679 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2640 mm |
