1984 Porsche 911 vs. 1980 Seat 127
To start off, 1984 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Seat 127 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Porsche 911 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1980 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1980 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Porsche 911 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1980 Seat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Porsche 911 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 1984 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1984 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Porsche 911 | 1980 Seat 127 | |
Make | Porsche | Seat |
Model | 911 | 127 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3164 cc | 903 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2230 mm |