1996 Rover 400 vs. 1981 Seat 127
To start off, 1996 Rover 400 is newer by 15 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 400 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1981 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 400 weights approximately 415 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.
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 Rover 400 (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Rover 400 | 1981 Seat 127 | |
Make | Rover | Seat |
Model | 400 | 127 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2230 mm |