1982 Seat 127 vs. 2004 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Seat 127 would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1982 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1982 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 900 kg more than 1982 Seat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Vauxhall Omega is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Vauxhall Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Seat 127, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Vauxhall Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Seat 127. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Seat 127 | 2004 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Seat | Vauxhall |
| Model | 127 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2740 mm |
