2000 Hyundai Sonata vs. 1979 Seat 127
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 21 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Hyundai Sonata (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1979 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 555 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, 2000 Hyundai Sonata (132 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Hyundai Sonata | 1979 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Seat |
| Model | Sonata | 127 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2230 mm |
