2007 Porsche 911 vs. 1980 Seat 127
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Seat 127 would be higher. At 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1980 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1980 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 720 kg more than 1980 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 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 2007 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Porsche 911 | 1980 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Porsche | Seat |
| Model | 911 | 127 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3594 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 705 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 |
