1981 Seat 127 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 18 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 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1981 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 591 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.
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, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Seat 127 | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 127 | Bora |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 901 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2520 mm |
