1981 Seat 127 vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 30 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 1,339 cc (2 cylinders), 2011 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1981 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Civic weights approximately 544 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Honda Civic (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Seat 127 | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Seat | Honda |
| Model | 127 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 901 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1249 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
