1981 Seat 127 vs. 2013 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2013 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 32 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Transit Connect (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1981 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 829 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, 2013 Ford Transit Connect (174 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Seat 127 | 2013 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Seat | Ford |
| Model | 127 | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 901 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1534 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2113 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2911 mm |
