1980 Seat 127 vs. 1989 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1989 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Seat 127 would be higher. At 1,270 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Seat 127 (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1989 Volkswagen Polo. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Seat 127 should accelerate faster than 1989 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 135 kg more than 1980 Seat 127.
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, 1989 Volkswagen Polo (76 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Seat 127 | 1989 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 127 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2340 mm |
