1981 Seat 127 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 26 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touran (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1981 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 793 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Seat 127 | 2007 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 127 | Touran |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 901 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2680 mm |
