1975 Seat 127 vs. 2010 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC70 is newer by 35 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 2,000 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 1175 kg more than 1975 Seat 127.
Because 2010 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Seat 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC70 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, 2010 Volvo XC70 (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Seat 127 | 2010 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Seat | Volvo |
| Model | 127 | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2815 mm |
