1979 Seat 127 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 29 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 1,422 cc (3 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Polo (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1979 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 460 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, 2008 Volkswagen Polo (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Seat 127 | 2008 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 127 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2470 mm |
