2003 Porsche Boxster vs. 1979 Seat 127
To start off, 2003 Porsche Boxster is newer by 24 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche Boxster (262 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1979 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 675 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 2003 Porsche Boxster 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 2003 Porsche Boxster. 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, 2003 Porsche Boxster (310 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Porsche Boxster | 1979 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Porsche | Seat |
| Model | Boxster | 127 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2230 mm |
