2007 Porsche 911 vs. 1978 Seat 127
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 29 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 3,595 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1978 Seat 127. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 765 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 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Seat 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 127. (76 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Porsche 911 | 1978 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Porsche | Seat |
| Model | 911 | 127 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 1010 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2230 mm |
