2008 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1975 Seat 127
To start off, 2008 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 33 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1975 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 475 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 2008 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Seat 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2008 Honda Ridgeline (333 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Ridgeline | 1975 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | Ridgeline | 127 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2230 mm |
