2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 1974 Seat 127
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Seat 127 would be higher. At 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 1974 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 127.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Seat 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 507 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 1974 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Seat |
| Model | Range Rover Sport | 127 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4197 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2230 mm |
