1974 Seat 127 vs. 1997 Seat Arosa
To start off, 1997 Seat Arosa is newer by 23 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Seat Arosa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Seat Arosa (58 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1974 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Seat Arosa should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Seat Arosa weights approximately 190 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, 1997 Seat Arosa (117 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Seat Arosa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Seat 127 | 1997 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | 127 | Arosa |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2330 mm |
