1973 Seat 127 vs. 1981 Volkswagen Santana
To start off, 1981 Volkswagen Santana is newer by 8 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Volkswagen Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Volkswagen Santana (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1973 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Volkswagen Santana should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Volkswagen Santana weights approximately 350 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.
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, 1981 Volkswagen Santana (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 127. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Volkswagen Santana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Seat 127 | 1981 Volkswagen Santana | |
Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
Model | 127 | Santana |
Year Released | 1973 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2560 mm |