1990 Porsche 911 vs. 1979 Seat 127
To start off, 1990 Porsche 911 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat 127 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 911 (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1979 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche 911 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1979 Seat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 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 1990 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1990 Porsche 911 (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Porsche 911 | 1979 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Porsche | Seat |
| Model | 911 | 127 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 316 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 | 1335 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2230 mm |
