1979 Seat 127 vs. 2012 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2012 Porsche Boxster is newer by 33 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Boxster (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1979 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 570 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 2012 Porsche Boxster 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 2012 Porsche Boxster. 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, 2012 Porsche Boxster (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Seat 127 | 2012 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Seat | Porsche |
| Model | 127 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2416 mm |
