2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 1973 Seat 127
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Seat 127 would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (297 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1973 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 2003 kg more than 1973 Seat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Seat 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 127. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 1973 Seat 127 | |
Make | Land Rover | Seat |
Model | Range Rover Sport | 127 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4394 cc | 903 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2230 mm |