1993 Peugeot 405 vs. 1981 Seat 127
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 405 is newer by 12 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 405 (196 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1981 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 635 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 1993 Peugeot 405 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, 1993 Peugeot 405 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, 1993 Peugeot 405 (289 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Peugeot 405 | 1981 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Seat |
| Model | 405 | 127 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2230 mm |
