1968 Porsche 911 vs. 1982 Seat 127
To start off, 1982 Seat 127 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Porsche 911 (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1982 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1982 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Porsche 911 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1982 Seat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Seat 127, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Porsche 911 (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Seat 127. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Porsche 911 | 1982 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Porsche | Seat |
| Model | 911 | 127 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2230 mm |
