1987 Lada 2107 vs. 1977 Seat 127
To start off, 1987 Lada 2107 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Seat 127 would be higher. At 1,450 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lada 2107 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lada 2107 (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1977 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lada 2107 should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lada 2107 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1977 Seat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Lada 2107 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 1987 Lada 2107. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1987 Lada 2107 (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Lada 2107 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lada 2107 | 1977 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Lada | Seat |
| Model | 2107 | 127 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1450 cc | 901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2230 mm |
