1981 Seat 127 vs. 1968 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1981 Seat 127 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,599 cc, 1968 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Toyota Crown (98 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1981 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Toyota Crown weights approximately 670 kg more than 1981 Seat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Toyota Crown is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Seat 127, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Toyota Crown (201 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Seat 127 | 1968 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Seat | Toyota |
Model | 127 | Crown |
Year Released | 1981 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 901 cc | 2599 cc |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2750 mm |