1973 Seat 127 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 26 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (240 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1973 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 765 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 1999 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Seat 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (350 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 127. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Seat 127 | 1999 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 127 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2520 mm |
