2005 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1975 Seat 127
To start off, 2005 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Seat 127 would be higher. At 1,311 cc, 2005 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda RX-8 (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1975 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1975 Seat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda RX-8 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 2005 Mazda RX-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 2005 Mazda RX-8 (222 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda RX-8 | 1975 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | RX-8 | 127 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1311 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2230 mm |
