1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1978 Seat 127
To start off, 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 18 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1978 Seat 127. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 684 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass (249 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 127. (76 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1978 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Seat |
| Model | Cutlass | 127 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1010 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2230 mm |
