1981 Seat 127 vs. 2001 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2001 Subaru Impreza is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Seat 127 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Impreza (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1981 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 729 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 2001 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Seat 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Impreza 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, 2001 Subaru Impreza (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Seat 127 | 2001 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Seat | Subaru |
| Model | 127 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 901 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2530 mm |
