1979 Seat 127 vs. 1989 Skoda L
To start off, 1989 Skoda L is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat 127 would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Skoda L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Skoda L (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1979 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Skoda L should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Skoda L weights approximately 180 kg more than 1979 Seat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Skoda L 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 1989 Skoda L. 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, 1989 Skoda L (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Skoda L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Seat 127 | 1989 Skoda L | |
| Make | Seat | Skoda |
| Model | 127 | L |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2410 mm |
