1976 Seat 127 vs. 2004 Vauxhall Corsa
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Corsa is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Seat 127 would be higher. At 1,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Corsa (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1976 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Corsa should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Corsa weights approximately 230 kg more than 1976 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, 2004 Vauxhall Corsa (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Seat 127 | 2004 Vauxhall Corsa | |
| Make | Seat | Vauxhall |
| Model | 127 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2500 mm |
