1998 Honda Step Wagon vs. 1978 Seat 127
To start off, 1998 Honda Step Wagon 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Step Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Step Wagon (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1978 Seat 127. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 730 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.
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, 1998 Honda Step Wagon (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 127. (76 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Step Wagon | 1978 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | Step Wagon | 127 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1010 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2230 mm |
