1972 Seat 127 vs. 2002 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 30 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Bora (108 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1972 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1972 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 490 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, 2002 Volkswagen Bora (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Seat 127 | 2002 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 127 | Bora |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 902 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2520 mm |
