1981 Seat 127 vs. 2012 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2012 Dacia Duster is newer by 31 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Dacia Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dacia Duster (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1981 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dacia Duster should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dacia Duster weights approximately 495 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 2012 Dacia Duster 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, 2012 Dacia Duster 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, 2012 Dacia Duster (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Dacia Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Seat 127 | 2012 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Seat | Dacia |
| Model | 127 | Duster |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 901 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2673 mm |
