2001 Honda Life vs. 1982 Seat 127
To start off, 2001 Honda Life is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Seat 127 would be higher. At 903 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Seat 127 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 47 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Life weights approximately 85 kg more than 1982 Seat 127.
Because 2001 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Seat 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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, 1982 Seat 127 (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1982 Seat 127 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Life | 1982 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | Life | 127 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2230 mm |
