1998 Chevrolet Express vs. 1978 Seat 127
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Express is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 127 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1978 Seat 127. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1610 kg more than 1978 Seat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Chevrolet Express 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 1998 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1998 Chevrolet Express (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 127. (76 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Express | 1978 Seat 127 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
Model | Express | 127 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1010 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 76 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2230 mm |