1981 Seat 127 vs. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 32 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder (256 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1981 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1344 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 2013 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Seat 127 | 2013 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Seat | Nissan |
| Model | 127 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 901 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 2049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2900 mm |
