2008 Honda Stream vs. 1978 Seat 127
To start off, 2008 Honda Stream is newer by 30 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 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Stream (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1978 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Stream weights approximately 409 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, 2008 Honda Stream (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 127. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Stream | 1978 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | Stream | 127 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2230 mm |
