1982 Holden Statesman vs. 1982 Seat 127
To start off, both 1982 Holden Statesman and 1982 Seat 127 were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Holden Statesman (170 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1982 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1982 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Holden Statesman weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1982 Seat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Holden Statesman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Holden Statesman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Seat 127, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1982 Holden Statesman (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Seat 127. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Holden Statesman | 1982 Seat 127 | |
Make | Holden | Seat |
Model | Statesman | 127 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5042 cc | 903 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 361 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2230 mm |