1978 Seat 127 vs. 2003 Volvo C70
To start off, 2003 Volvo C70 is newer by 25 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 2,319 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo C70 (242 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1978 Seat 127. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo C70 weights approximately 795 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, 2003 Volvo C70 (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 127. (76 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Seat 127 | 2003 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Seat | Volvo |
| Model | 127 | C70 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1010 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2670 mm |
