1981 Seat 127 vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 27 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Skoda Octavia (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1981 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 825 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.
Because 2008 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Seat 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Skoda Octavia (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Seat 127 | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Seat | Skoda |
| Model | 127 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 901 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2580 mm |
