1981 Seat 127 vs. 2010 Peugeot 3008
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 3008 is newer by 29 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Peugeot 3008 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 3008 (161 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1981 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 3008 should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat 127.
Because 2010 Peugeot 3008 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, 2010 Peugeot 3008 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, 2010 Peugeot 3008 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 3008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Seat 127 | 2010 Peugeot 3008 | |
| Make | Seat | Peugeot |
| Model | 127 | 3008 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 901 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1837 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1639 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2613 mm |
