1978 Seat 127 vs. 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500
To start off, 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 32 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 (541 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 490 more horse power than 1978 Seat 127. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 weights approximately 1101 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 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 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 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500. 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, 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 (691 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 615 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 127. (76 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Seat 127 | 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 | |
| Make | Seat | Ford |
| Model | 127 | Shelby GT 500 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1010 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 541 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 691 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1821 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2720 mm |
