1979 Seat 127 vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 34 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1979 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 908 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 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Seat 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Seat | Volvo |
| Model | 127 | S60 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2776 mm |
