1972 Seat 127 vs. 1996 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Seat 127 would be higher. At 1,391 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volkswagen Golf (59 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1972 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1972 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 455 kg more than 1972 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, 1996 Volkswagen Golf (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Seat 127 | 1996 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 127 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 902 cc | 1391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2480 mm |
