1979 Seat 127 vs. 2006 Volvo S60
To start off, 2006 Volvo S60 is newer by 27 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 2,520 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S60 (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1979 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S60 weights approximately 984 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.
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, 2006 Volvo S60 (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Seat 127 | 2006 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Seat | Volvo |
| Model | 127 | S60 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1689 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2720 mm |
