2008 Seat Altea vs. 1979 Seat 127
To start off, 2008 Seat Altea is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat 127 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Altea (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1979 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Altea weights approximately 725 kg more than 1979 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 Seat Altea (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Seat Altea | 1979 Seat 127 | |
Make | Seat | Seat |
Model | Altea | 127 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 903 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2230 mm |