2003 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1973 Seat 127
To start off, 2003 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Seat 127 would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Infiniti Q45 (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1973 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 1099 kg more than 1973 Seat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Infiniti Q45 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 2003 Infiniti Q45. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 2003 Infiniti Q45 (451 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 127. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Infiniti Q45 | 1973 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Seat |
| Model | Q45 | 127 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2230 mm |
