1974 Seat 127 vs. 1988 Volvo 440
To start off, 1988 Volvo 440 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Seat 127 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 440 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1974 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volvo 440 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1974 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, 1988 Volvo 440 (140 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Seat 127 | 1988 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Seat | Volvo |
| Model | 127 | 440 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2780 mm |
