1973 Seat 127 vs. 1992 Volvo 850
To start off, 1992 Volvo 850 is newer by 19 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 1992 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volvo 850 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1973 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Volvo 850 weights approximately 625 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.
Because 1992 Volvo 850 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 1992 Volvo 850. 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, 1992 Volvo 850 (221 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 127. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Seat 127 | 1992 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Seat | Volvo |
| Model | 127 | 850 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2670 mm |
