1991 Rover 400 vs. 1979 Seat 127
To start off, 1991 Rover 400 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat 127 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Rover 400 (94 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1979 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Rover 400 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1979 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, 1991 Rover 400 (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Rover 400 | 1979 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Rover | Seat |
| Model | 400 | 127 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2230 mm |
