2005 Renault Vel Satis vs. 1974 Seat 127
To start off, 2005 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Seat 127 would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Vel Satis (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1974 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 955 kg more than 1974 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, 2005 Renault Vel Satis (280 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Vel Satis | 1974 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | Vel Satis | 127 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2230 mm |
