1978 Seat 127 vs. 2006 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2006 Porsche Cayman is newer by 28 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 3,392 cc, 2006 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayman (295 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1978 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 710 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.
Because 2006 Porsche Cayman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Porsche Cayman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Seat 127, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 127. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Seat 127 | 2006 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Seat | Porsche |
| Model | 127 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2420 mm |
