2003 Mazda Premacy vs. 1978 Seat 127
To start off, 2003 Mazda Premacy is newer by 25 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Premacy (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1978 Seat 127. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 665 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, 2003 Mazda Premacy (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 127. (76 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Premacy | 1978 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | Premacy | 127 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1010 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2230 mm |
