1996 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1979 Seat 127
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 17 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 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1979 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 552 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, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Tiburon | 1979 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Seat |
| Model | Tiburon | 127 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2230 mm |
