1975 Seat 127 vs. 2003 Volvo S40
To start off, 2003 Volvo S40 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Seat 127 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo S40 (168 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1975 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo S40 weights approximately 795 kg more than 1975 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, 2003 Volvo S40 (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Seat 127 | 2003 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Seat | Volvo |
| Model | 127 | S40 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2003 |
| 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 | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2720 mm |
