1981 Seat 127 vs. 2005 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2005 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 24 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 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 743 more horse power than 1981 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 TVR Speed 12 weights approximately 295 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 2005 TVR Speed 12 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 2005 TVR Speed 12. 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, 2005 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 818 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Seat 127 | 2005 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Seat | TVR |
| Model | 127 | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 901 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 790 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2570 mm |
