1977 Seat 127 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Seat 127 would be higher. At 1,968 cc, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1977 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 593 kg more than 1977 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, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Seat 127 | 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 127 | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 901 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1404 mm |
