2009 Porsche 911 vs. 1979 Seat 127
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 30 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1979 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 825 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 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Seat 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche 911 | 1979 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Porsche | Seat |
| Model | 911 | 127 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3824 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2230 mm |
