1981 Seat 127 vs. 1996 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 15 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volkswagen Caddy (74 HP) has 27 more horse power than 1981 Seat 127. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 375 kg more than 1981 Seat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Volkswagen Caddy (125 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Seat 127 | 1996 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 127 | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 901 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
