1978 Seat 127 vs. 1989 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 1989 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 127 would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Vauxhall Astra (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1978 Seat 127. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 230 kg more than 1978 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, 1989 Vauxhall Astra (103 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 127. (76 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1989 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Seat 127 | 1989 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Seat | Vauxhall |
| Model | 127 | Astra |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1010 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2530 mm |
