1973 Seat 127 vs. 1968 Volkswagen 1303
To start off, 1973 Seat 127 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volkswagen 1303. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volkswagen 1303 would be higher. At 1,191 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Volkswagen 1303 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Seat 127 (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1968 Volkswagen 1303. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Seat 127 should accelerate faster than 1968 Volkswagen 1303. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Volkswagen 1303 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1973 Seat 127.
Because 1968 Volkswagen 1303 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 Volkswagen 1303. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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 Volkswagen 1303 (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 127. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Volkswagen 1303 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Seat 127 | 1968 Volkswagen 1303 | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 127 | 1303 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1191 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2410 mm |
