1998 Honda NSX vs. 1974 Seat 127
To start off, 1998 Honda NSX is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Seat 127 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1974 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda NSX weights approximately 685 kg more than 1974 Seat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda NSX 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 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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 Honda NSX (311 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda NSX | 1974 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | NSX | 127 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2230 mm |
