1979 Seat 127 vs. 1976 Volvo 66
To start off, 1979 Seat 127 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Volvo 66 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Volvo 66 (56 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1979 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Volvo 66 should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 127.
Because 1976 Volvo 66 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 1976 Volvo 66. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1976 Volvo 66 (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Volvo 66 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Seat 127 | 1976 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Seat | Volvo |
| Model | 127 | 66 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1550 mm |
