1981 Seat 127 vs. 2007 Opel Antara
To start off, 2007 Opel Antara is newer by 26 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Antara (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1981 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Antara weights approximately 1150 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 2007 Opel Antara 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, 2007 Opel Antara 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, 2007 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Seat 127 | 2007 Opel Antara | |
Make | Seat | Opel |
Model | 127 | Antara |
Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 901 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2710 mm |