1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1978 Seat 127
To start off, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 127 would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1978 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 1109 kg more than 1978 Seat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante 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 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 127. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1978 Seat 127 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Seat |
Model | V8 Volante | 127 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 903 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2230 mm |