1981 Seat 127 vs. 1991 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1991 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Seat 127 would be higher. At 1,043 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Seat 127 (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1991 Volkswagen Polo. (43 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Seat 127 should accelerate faster than 1991 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 145 kg more than 1981 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, 1991 Volkswagen Polo (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Seat 127 | 1991 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 127 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 901 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 850 kg |
