1978 Seat 127 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 27 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 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Bora (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1978 Seat 127. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 560 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, 2005 Volkswagen Bora (211 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 127. (76 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Seat 127 | 2005 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 127 | Bora |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1010 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2520 mm |
