1981 Seat 127 vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Legacy (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1981 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 906 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 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Seat 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Seat 127 | 2013 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Seat | Subaru |
| Model | 127 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 901 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1611 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1505 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2750 mm |
