1979 Seat 127 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 32 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1979 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 1602 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, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Seat 127 | 2011 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
Model | 127 | Passat |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2720 mm |